 Unless I'm Very Much Mistaken, I've Retired! Sunday September 30th, 2001
Famous for his bellowing "Go, go, go!" at the start of every Grand Prix, the 78-year-old has entertained the English-speaking world with his "Murrayisms" - statements that instantly turn out to be wrong - when working for the BBC and ITV television. Walker, whose father was a professional motorcycle racer, was feted at the Indianapolis race and given one of the bricks from the original oval at the home of American motor sport. Around 300 people, including World Champion Michael Schumacher and Formula One's ringmaster Bernie Ecclestone, attended a party in Walker's honour. David Coulthard said Walker's excitable style of commentary "made every race sound as good as losing your virginity - absolutely fantastic". In a mock interview with himself before the race, Walker said his most emotional moment had been when Britain's Damon Hill had won the world title in 1996. He intends to spend next year writing his autobiography and promoting it around the world.
Published at 22:30:25 GMT
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British commentator Murray Walker retired at the end of Sunday's United States Grand Prix after 52 years behind the motor racing microphone.
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