Hyundai will pay tribute to Craig Breen by using a one-off Irish colour scheme at this weekend's World Rally Championship event.
Mr Breen, 33, passed away last week following a tragic accident in Rally Croatia testing last week. His co-driver, fellow Irishman James Fulton (31), was unhurt in the incident.
In honour of Craig, Hyundai have announced that their car will be adorned with Craig's name and the Irish tricolour when the team return to the track this weekend.
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“We are contesting this rally primarily to honour Craig and his incredible life and talent," said Hyundai team principal Cyril Abiteboul.
“Craig was a proud Irishman and passionate representative of the Irish rally community so the livery will represent the colours of the Irish flag in his memory."
In a statement released on Hyundai motorsports Twitter, the company said they were using the Irish colours to honour Craig, who they say was 'deeply proud of his Irish roots.'
"#ForCraig @Craig_Breen
"was deeply proud of his Irish roots and was a beloved member of the Irish rally community. To honour his memory, we will be running with this special livery at @CroatiaRally which incorporates the colours of the Irish flag."
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