RACING DRIVER JASON RICHARDS DIES AGED 35
It is with huge regret and sadness that BJR today received the news of the death of team-mate Jason Richards after a courageous 14-month battle with cancer.
Jason, 35, died last night (Thursday December 15), surrounded by his close family.
Jason was diagnosed with Adrenocortical Carcinoma in November 2010. He has since undergone surgery, chemotherapy and several drug trials, as well as travelling to Michigan for expert advice.
No interviews will be given at this time by the team or family; please respect their privacy.
All money collected from recent fund-raising will now be put in a trust for Jason’s two children, Sienna (4) and Olivia (1), and his wife Charlotte.
A condolence site has been set up at
www.teamboc.com.au where fans can leave messages. Alternatively people can leave posts on the Jason Richards Fan Page on Facebook.
Press enquiries can be forwarded to Cole Hitchcock (ch@v8supercars.com.au) who has Jason’s full career biography (attached). An image gallery will be distributed shortly by Mark Horsburgh and a television package by Ben Beazley.
Team Statement
In the competitive world of V8 Supercars Jason was a rare breed – a driver that could tread the fine line between rivalry and friendship. He was never secretive, selfish or bad-tempered and had endless enthusiasm and energy for his job and team.
The history books will not do him justice. Given the right equipment JR was easily a front-runner but chose team loyalty over personal gain, determined to work with his crew to reach the front of the grid together.
Through the highs and lows of racing, JR’s uplifting presence and casual, self-effacing wit were unwavering and his effect he had on team morale is irreplaceable.
He will forever be a member of the Jones family and this is a tragic day in the team’s history.
Cole Hitchcock | Media Manager | D +61 7 5630 0315
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