A world-renowned and much-loved hovercraft racer from Stockport died in a tragic crash at the World Hovercraft Racing Championships in Sweden. Tributes are being paid to 42-year-old father-of-two Daniel Newton, a racer and hovercraft engineer with 30 years' experience. An inquest into his death has now been opened and adjourned.
Mr Newton, from Romiley in Stockport, was described as an 'avid' hovercraft enthusiast who performed at world championship level in the highest class of formula one. He was said to be 'highly regarded' on the world hovercraft racing circuit.
His grieving family, meanwhile, paid tribute to a 'respected and experienced professional' who truly loved the sport. In a statement to the Manchester Evening News , a family spokesperson said: "Daniel was incredibly caring, mischievous, kind and loving. Adored by his family and friends, passionate about his work - he was a well respected, trusted, experienced professional.
