Waterford’s rally community is in mourning as they prepare to bid farewell to one of their own, Craig Breen. The talented driver passed away tragically in a car crash in March, leaving fans and teammates devastated. Breen was a promising star who had achieved notable success both in Ireland and on the international stage, and his loss is being felt deeply throughout the rally community. As his loved ones prepare to lay him to rest on Monday, many are reflecting on Breen’s legacy and the impact he had on the sport.
Craig Breen, a rally driver, will be buried in his hometown of Waterford on Monday after passing away in a car accident while competing in the Targa Florio Rally in Italy. Breen was well-known in the rally community, having raced for Hyundai Motorsport and won two Rally GB events. His co-driver, James Fulton, was uninjured in the accident. Breen’s family, who own a business in Waterford city, flew to Croatia when they received news of his passing. His funeral will take place on Monday at the Sacred Heart Church Ferrybank. Friends and supporters have paid tribute to Breen, with Waterford City and County Council opening a book of condolences and his alma mater, St Mary’s boys national school, expressing their condolences. Abbey Community College in Waterford, where Breen attended secondary school, also paid tribute, noting that Breen had remained supportive of the school throughout the years. The Munster Moonraker Forest Rally in Cork was postponed as a mark of respect for Breen. His death has been mourned by the rally community, and he will be deeply missed.
We mourn the loss of a true talent and a beloved figure in the rallying community. Craig Breen’s passion for the sport was contagious, and his dedication to his craft was unmatched. As we lay him to rest on Monday, we remember his accomplishments on and off the track, and the impact he had on those who knew him. Though he may be gone, his legacy lives on in the lives he touched and the memories he made. Rest in peace, Craig Breen.
