Touching Tributes Flood In Across The Motorsport World For Jules Bianchi

Tributes from former team-mates, colleagues, friends and fans have flooded in for Jules Bianchi after he sadly lost his life at the age of just 25

Jack Leslie

18 Jul 2015

Touching Tributes Flood In Across The Motorsport World For Jules Bianchi

As well as being an incredibly talented racing driver - described by some as "the real deal" - Jules Bianchi was also a very popular member of the F1 paddock, with an infectious smile and cheerful personality. On Saturday morning his family sadly confirmed that he has passed away, and touching tributes quickly flooded in from across the motorsport community:

Horrible news. Rest in peace mate. A great example of fight and courage for all of us. You will always be with us. #JB17
— Carlos Sainz (@carlosainz) July 18, 2015

I'll never forget you and the good times we had. Going to miss you bro ❤️ pic.twitter.com/nHxnuIdCwN
— Daniel Ricciardo (@danielricciardo) July 18, 2015

Last night we lost a truly great guy and a real fighter #RIPJules my sincerest Condolences to his family and friends.
— Jenson Button (@JensonButton) July 18, 2015

Woke up to these very sad news.. RIP Jules. You will be never forgotten. My thoughts are with the family pic.twitter.com/79yv2DrDFa
— Valtteri Bottas (@ValtteriBottas) July 18, 2015

A tragic loss. All of our thoughts are with the family and friends of Jules Bianchi. #RIPJules #JB17 pic.twitter.com/AMWUYi70Yw
— Red Bull Racing (@redbullracing) July 18, 2015

Yesterday we lost one of the best guys and best drivers I've ever met. I'll miss you so much my friend... #RIPJules pic.twitter.com/QYr5F9QOXS
— Romain Grosjean (@RGrosjean) July 18, 2015

Today we have lost an amazing talent and person... Words can't describe our feelings right now. We will all miss you Jules.. #RIPJules
— Max Verstappen (@Max33Verstappen) July 18, 2015

Today, our motorsport family mourns as one. Rest in peace Jules, your memory will live long. #JB17 pic.twitter.com/uGVYT2GNJb
— MERCEDES AMG F1 (@MercedesAMGF1) July 18, 2015

Very sad day for Motorsport, the best driver that I raced against has left us after 9 months fighting for his life. RIP my friend. Jules
— Roberto Merhi (@robertomerhi) July 18, 2015

We are devastated to lose Jules after such a hard-fought battle. It was a privilege to have him race for our team. https://t.co/USrDQbG7fZ
— Manor F1 Team (@ManorF1Team) July 18, 2015

I have no words... We will miss you my old friend... pic.twitter.com/aIe3n7s9ze
— Jean-Eric Vergne (@JeanEricVergne) July 18, 2015

A moment with Jules that I'll always remember pic.twitter.com/Qp1M6bOJzZ
— sam bird (@sambirdracing) July 18, 2015

At times like these the #F1 and motorsport communities come together. We will never forget you Jules. RIP x pic.twitter.com/6ApyTff7Yr
— Jennie Gow (@JennieGow) July 18, 2015

Mis condolencias a la familia de Jules Bianchi. Descanse en paz. / All my thoughts to the family of Jules. RIP pic.twitter.com/ILj47Ipsd9
— Marc Márquez (@marcmarquez93) July 18, 2015

Talented and a gentleman, will remain in our hearts..RIP Jules Bianchi.
— Johnny herbert (@johnnyherbertf1) July 18, 2015

RIP Jules Bianchi. It was a pleasure and privilege to have known him in his all too short life. Sad day, condolences to his family + friends
— Martin Brundle (@MBrundleF1) July 18, 2015

No words! Legend never die. R.I.P Jules pic.twitter.com/G7Hz5N49iG
— Loic Duval (@loicduval) July 18, 2015

Rest in peace Jules Bianchi. This sport that we love can be very cruel.
— Dario Franchitti (@dariofranchitti) July 18, 2015

You were the little brother I had always dreamed to have. Sharing those last ten years with you has been an immense privilege. I will miss u
— Nicolas Todt (@NicolasTodt) July 18, 2015

Our thoughts are with Bianchi’s family and friends. RIP Jules, gone but never forgotten.