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@original_stig

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Motivational/Business Speaker. Original 'Stig' from Top Gear & ex F1 Driver.

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Joined November 2013
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Our annual Rat Pack lunch in London and the names Hamilton and Verstappen weren't mentioned. Er, ok, maybe once or twice. Can you name everyone? In the meantime, best wishes to you all from us lot.
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Hmmm ... how the hell do they remember all that stuff!! I only had 2 buttons on my steering wheel - radio and drinks - and I forgot which one was which. It didn't matter though, the radio didn't work and they never put drink in the bottle 😉
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Craig Scarborough
3 years
Merc #F1 VB steering wheel
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Hmmmm ... we started the new @BBC_TopGear with me as 'The Stig' 20 years ago. Time flies. Dressed in Black and as ever, just waiting to drive something fast but not with JC - he said he'd never get in a car with me!😊
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Perry McCarthy
10 months
Happy 100th birthday dear Murray Walker. A little while before he passed away, my wife and I spent a lovely week at sea together with this amazing fella and his wife Elizabeth. Great fun and wonderful company. You are missed by so many my friend.
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
A big smile thinking of our dear friend Murray Walker and a fun cruise we shared together only two years ago. Great company and a very sharp chap. Cheerio and thank you Sir. Love to Elizabeth. x
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
#SpanishGP - scene of my wonderful #F1 debut 30 years ago and a new quali record; the engine cut and it was all over in just 30 metres. However, it gave me time to develop my Stig pose 😊
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
#MonacoGP weekend ... and it's time for me to dust off and post this picture of me in my little Andrea Moda. The good thing about Monaco is it's always had plenty of bars, which was handy because after trying to qualify that thing, I needed a drink
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
My dear friend Johnny Bute has passed away. A very special man. Shared a great day with him at home just last October. Quite simply he was one of my favourite people. I will miss you badly Mate. My love and affection to Serena and family. x
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Perry McCarthy
4 months
For those of you who've seen this, sorry, I don't want to be boring. However, today's Good Friday marks the 40th anniversary, of a little tumble I had. From reigning Star of Tomorrow champion to becoming slightly shorter in just 5 seconds 😊 Happy Easter everyone.
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
Why have I posted this photo I hear you ask! Well … I was one of the crew that shot blasted and painted this North Sea Shell rig (to earn the money to start racing) … years later Shell sponsored me at Le Mans! What a journey! @shell @royaldutchshell
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
For those of you who were alive at the time, can anyone remember what you were doing on Good Friday back in 1984? I can 😁 Happy Easter everybody
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Perry McCarthy
8 months
Best wishes from us lot to everyone. Didn't stop laughing last night, London, #F1 Rat Pack annual drinkies at M Restaurant Threadneedle St. My head hurts. @markblundellf1 @therealdcf1 @MBrundleF1 @johnnyherbertf1 @derekwarwick @SoperSteve Jonathan Palmer.
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Perry McCarthy
1 year
Great day at Buckmore Park circuit giving a speech and then full-on Kart racing against my mate Johnny Herbert for Holiday Extras and their clients. I set Pole position and we had a super battle but he edged me in the race. Everybody had fun, and that's what it's all about!
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
I'm celebrating!! I had this little 100mph adventure 35 years ago today ... it wasn't the best Good Friday for me, I broke my back, but I imagine you'll agree, it could have been worse! Happy Easter everyone
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
The last thing we all wanted to see was any opportunity to have the title decided by the Stewards or a court. However, maybe that's now what we're going to get. Why? Not because of a collision but because the FIA did not apply their own rules correctly and that is bizarre.
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Perry McCarthy
1 year
Thanks so much Matt. Yup ... proud to be 62, especially as most people thought I'd be dead by 30 😊
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Matt Bishop 🏳️‍🌈 🏁
1 year
#HappyBirthday Perry McCarthy, 62, good mate, great guy, Top Gear’s original Stig, author of the excellent #FlatOutFlatBroke , & a much, much, much better race driver than he was ever able to show in the dreadful Andrea Moda S921 of ’92 (pic).
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
I'm sitting here with a big smile on my face - after a 15 year retirement, my race comeback is this weekend. If you want to share that smile, watch this clip - really! This is what I'm up against ... Saturday and Sunday, Lydden Hill Kent. Bring it on!!!
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Thank you to everyone for your best wishes on my 60th birthday. This photo was taken last week. To those that say it wasn't, look at my ears ... I can't hear you. Wishing you all well. Perry
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Perry McCarthy
3 months
Happy 66th Buddy. Miss you Mate. xx
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Cheerio Gordon Spice and RIP my friend. What a great character. Wish I had a photo of us together but no, so instead here's one of me having a great time driving for your team in the USA. Thank you Mate,
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
BBC has launched an online exhibition to tell its history featuring 100 iconic objects from its past, including The Stig’s helmet! I’m proud to have been there right at the beginning to lay the foundations for a character and brand that is now known all over the world 😊
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
I was asked how I made it in to Formula 1. Well, apart from it taking 10 years plus 2 years working on oil rigs, here's my 90 second answer ... slightly serious by my standards 😊
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Perry McCarthy
9 months
Just found this pic: Mika Salo, Johnny Herbert, JJ Lehto, Mark Blundell, Me and Emanuele Pirro. I'm trying hard to think back to what made us laugh. Judging by our eye-line, maybe the person addressing us was 8ft 9inches tall and wearing a clown suit. Any ideas?
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
#F1 race drivers are using simulators and that they're getting more and more realistic to real life. In fact next year, to give the full experience, the new ones go even further and when you hit a wall on screen, a concrete block comes down to break both your ankles 😋
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
#F1 Everyone kept telling me to do it, so, I did it and Flat Out Flat Broke is now an Audiobook narrated by me and Foreword by Damon! I've lowered the price by 20% across the next few days so, click on the link below if you'd like a copy.
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
My friend John Wickham, the first guy who put me in a Formula 1 car and my Audi team boss, has passed away after a long illness. We shared some great times and many laughs. Thinking of you Mate. You'll be missed Buddy by me and many others.
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Great anecdote, great timing and very funny. This super clip of Prince Philip has put a smile on my face
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Antonello Guerrera
3 years
We all miss Prince Philip and his wonderful anecdotes.
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Perry McCarthy
5 months
Personally I think it's a close call on looks 😄Thanks Matt and to everyone who's taken the trouble to wish me happy birthday. I'm in a great mood and loving this year already!
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#HappyBirthday Perry McCarthy, 63, quick but unlucky, a lovely guy, & a great mate. Pic: I’m the pretty one.
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
A big Happy Birthday shout out to my buddy @markblundellf1 A terrific racing driver with a wonderful taste in books 😀
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
There are very few people I have ever been in awe of but the great Niki Lauda was one of them. A fantastic racing driver, an incredible man. RIP to a real legend, you will be terribly missed.
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Perry McCarthy
9 months
The last time #F1 raced in Las Vegas was 1982 (track on left). Here's the new layout for 2023. Looks like F1 has something in common with Elvis ... they hit Vegas and both expanded. graphic @F1_Images
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
@HillF1 Personally, I think it really is all your fault, cost cap, race penalties, contract problems ... I could go on but it's 6.13 and I need a drink
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Perry McCarthy
6 years
Having a drink and remembering my close friend and team boss Richard Lloyd who lost his life 10 years ago today alongside renown racing driver David Leslie, in a terrible air crash. Chin Chin chaps, you are missed. Pel
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy new year. Warm regards. Perry
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Sad to hear Robbie Coltraine has passed. A lovely guy. Enjoyed sharing some great moments. Huge affection from me and the family. You'll be missed by many more Mate.
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Perry McCarthy
7 years
Just thinking about a new F1 team answer phone. listen to the following options: If you want to drive for us and have $15M in sponsorship, press 1. If you have no sponsorship, please press 2, which will automatically disconnect you - or, you can just hang-up without pressing 2
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
We're so proud @England . Thank you, your achievements have been awe inspiring. The overwhelming majority of us stand with you and for you. To those who sadly abuse our team and players, here are some poignant words from Theodore Roosevelt which, I hope, just might make you think
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
I remember that day ... @markblundellf1 was thinking 'Do I carry on with Nissan ... or should I accept that offer from Spandau Ballet'?
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Mark Blundell
3 years
Memory lane story with @Motor_Sport
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
A lot of you liked my last post so here's anther picture that many in the sport remember - the engine cut after 30 metres and here's me desperately trying to push the car back to the pits! #SpanishGrandPrix - my wonderful #f1 debut 30 years ago!
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
I was asked by the audience why I signed to race for the tiny Andrea Moda team in #Formula1 ! Simple - my attitude is to say YES ... and then fight to embrace opportunity or to make opportunities happen. Thanks to my friends at Pernickety for a great event
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Cheerio Captain Tom. You leave behind a grateful nation. Thank you Sir
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
I've just been told my autobiography is number 2 for motor racing on Amazon Kindle - how is it back in the #bestsellers charts I hear you ask!!! Is this total craving for high speed, jaw dropping drama because they've had to stop filming EastEnders? 😀
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Perry McCarthy
7 months
Such sad news. RIP Gil. Thoughts are with Angie and family.
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
Happy Birthday Marty
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Mark Blundell
4 years
Wishing my good buddy Martin Brundle @MBrundleF1 a very Happy Birthday and thinking back over all the many years we have spent together as team mates, competitors and business partners but most of all as mates! #martinbrundle #f1 #formula1 #motorsports #motorsport
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Women's National League Club Crawley Wasps is delighted to announce ex F1 driver and the original Stig from Top Gear, joins as co owner and commercial director. #womensfootball #football #footballsponsorship
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Perry McCarthy
1 year
A great day of racing at the Damon Hill Karting Festival followed by a beer, laughs, stories and banter with my mates Damon and Johnny Herbert in support of halow project Thank you to all, along with the sponsors and auction winners for such a lovely event
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
The word Legend can be overused … but certainly not in the case of Sir Stirling Moss. So, a legend, an icon an amazing man. As a fan I simply say, Ciao Maestro …
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
#F1 #FrenchGP I'm just asking a few friends if anyone understands Ferrari's strategy calls because I certainly don't
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Perry McCarthy
8 years
I really WANTED to like #TopGear but it was out of balance and needs a re tune fast. Chris, please stop shouting. Matt was very good.
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Perry McCarthy
7 years
Further to @fia introduction of @F1 Halo - I though we should also help @MotoGP with protection - rough design but hope it helps Guys. Perry
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Perry McCarthy
3 months
30 years. Goodness. In memory and respect of the incredible Ayrton Senna and of course the lovely guy that was Roland Ratzenburger
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
#BrazilianGrandPrix and way back was my first entry to #Formula1 - the photo below, taken at Interlagos, reflects how I felt after working on oil rigs to years of pushing and creating opportunities to fulfil a dream. This day, at least to begin with, I felt I'd achieved something
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
My thoughts are very much with the incredible dedication of @NHSuk and #Ambulance services. Impressive, brave and inspirational. I am sure everyone joins me in sincerely thanking you.
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Latest interview in @motor_sport out now. Yup, it's 30 years since I graduated to Formula One. Thanks also to Jonathan Bushell who has highlighted my roll neck knitwear. A lot of people have mentioned this - in fact, I'm beginning to see a pattern
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Perry McCarthy
6 years
Just returned home from giving a few speeches in Ibiza and Barcelona and look who I got to spend a lot of time with ... one of the most beloved and respected talents in #Formula One ... Mr. Murray Walker OBE. Great fun and he is still sharp as a razor
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Perry McCarthy
6 years
Auckland NZ - Catching up with my 'ol F3 mate and double touring car world cup winner Paul Radisich
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
Steering failure at 180mph diving in to Eau Rouge corner about 10 seconds after this photo ... that was the biggest memory of my last #F1 race and actually, it was pretty close to no more Perry. But Spa is my favourite circuit ... hope you enjoy this weekend's #BelgiumGrandPrix
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Last time I saw Kimi I said 'Kimi ... Kimi ... you don't hear that name everyday of the week do you'? He said 'I do' 😁
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
I've always held Sebastian Vettel in very high regard and his engaging guest appearance on #bbcqt was no surprise. Charming, articulate, measured and intelligent. Apart from his 4 F1 championships, I suspect he'll go on to to great things after he chooses to leave the sport.
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Matt Bishop 🏳️‍🌈 🏁
2 years
I’m so chuffed to have managed to get Seb Vettel on BBC #QuestionTime & I’m so proud of the way he answered questions in his 2nd language about the politics of a country in which he doesn’t live. Here he is talking common sense about Brexit. #BBCQT
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Perry McCarthy
6 years
#EnglandvColombia wow ... I've had crashes less scary than that game!! Well done Gents!
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
Ahhhhhhhhhh thanks Matt - much appreciated Buddy and we will catch up very soon I hope my friend
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Matt Bishop 🏳️‍🌈 🏁
5 years
#HappyBirthday Perry McCarthy, good mate, great guy, Top Gear’s original Stig, & much much much better race driver than he was ever able to show in the dreadful Andrea Moda S921 of ’92.
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
A story from my #afterdinner speeches. When Jeremy first talked to me about being the secret driver on Top Gear he said 'You'll be in black boots, black gloves, black crash helmet, and we're going to call you ... The Gimp'! I said, 'No you're not'! So we changed it to 'The Stig'
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Perry McCarthy
2 months
Ooooo wow .... these guys! 😊Inspirational. This has put a big smile on my face. In memory of D-Day and the many who were so brave and sacrificed so much, the main thing we are left to say is ... thank you.
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Incredible! 97-year-old WW2 paratrooper vet returns to Normandy to recreate his D-Day jump. 🫡🫡
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Happy Birthday Johnny. Thinking of ya
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Matt Bishop 🏳️‍🌈 🏁
3 years
Remembering John Colum Crichton-Stuart, 7th Marquess of Bute, aka Johnny Dumfries in his racing days, who should be turning 63 today, for he was born #OnThisDay in ’58. But he died a month ago. #RIPJohnnyDumfries
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
Farewell to my ex F3000 team boss Ron Tauranac. As Damon has said ... he was a real racer. RIP sir
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Damon Hill
4 years
Remembered fondly. He had an amazing innings. Gruff. Not given to pointless chit chat. A racer. RIP Ron Tauranac #f1
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
And the answer from yesterday's question of ... who didn't want the overalls pictured (so I was gifted them and then put my own badges on) is ... Ayrton Senna
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
I was trying to keep it secret! :-)
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The Rejects Podcast
4 years
Black F1 car ✅ Barcelona ✅ Number in the 30s ✅ Black helmet with fluoro red flashes ✅ Yes folks, Andrea Moda is back and @original_stig is finally on track in Spain! #f1 #F1Testing #andreamoda #renaultpayinghomagetothegreatestteaminf1history
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Perry McCarthy
6 years
Last year I just couldn't imagine how Lewis Hamilton could get any better ... but he has done. He is relentless in challenging every aspect of his performance and approach to his craft ... always learning and applying. Congratulations on an incredible 5th Championship!
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Perry McCarthy
9 years
Please! More F1 adverts like this! It's classic. James Hunt with Morecombe 'n Wise! so funny http://t.co/KtiIX4wKd0
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
My pal @TheBishF1 has written a novel and knowing him, it's going to be great! Time to start reading 'The Boy Made The Difference -
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Perry McCarthy
5 months
Agreed!! What a super debut and with so little time before in the car. Huge congratulations @OllieBearman 🐻😊
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Damon Hill
5 months
Star is born now! @OllieBearman To jump in at such short notice, on a track as intimidating as Jeddah, in a Ferrari of all things, and hold up under immense pressure from Lando and Lewis and keep it together. Wow. 👏🏻👏🏻 #f1 #ferrari
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
Rat Pack 2019 - fun as usual :-) Merry Christmas from us all
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Mark Blundell
5 years
About last night ..... fun with the boys as always... name the guys? #F1 #grandprixdrivers #motorsport
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
Some F1 sim practise at the Fix Auto conference … and wow, it was just like the real thing … in fact, on screen I hit a wall and just to fully simulate reality, a concrete block came down and broke both my ankles :-)
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
#F1 Trivia time. Me in 1984 - new perfectly fitting overalls - but they were made for someone else who didn't want them, so - given to me. Who was it?
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Thanks @TheBishF1 he is missed very much indeed
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Matt Bishop 🏳️‍🌈 🏁
2 years
Remembering John Colum Crichton-Stuart, 7th Marquess of Bute, aka Johnny Dumfries in his #F1 days, who should be turning 64 today, for he was born #OnThisDay in ’58. But, very sadly, he died of cancer a year ago.
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
@KellyMcNishMc I had the same here - my girls said ''Hey Dad how many World Championships do you have''? and I said 'None' and they said, ''Oh. well Allan McNish has 1'' 😊
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
Thank you Mam
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
As our dear Murray Walker might say … 'he was number 2 until he overtook the one in front of him and now the one who was number one is number 2 and number 2 is now number 1'
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
I've just been told my autobiography is number 2 for motor racing on Amazon Kindle - how is it back in the #bestsellers charts I hear you ask!!! Is this total craving for high speed, jaw dropping drama because they've had to stop filming EastEnders? 😀
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
@joesaward I'd dream of a career like that 😃
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
I watched 'Brabham' last night. A great insight to the mind-set and achievements of the triple world F1 champ. It was also presented in a highly unusual way which personally I found very entertaining. Well done to my 'ol friends David and Lisa Brabham @brabsracer @brabsdiva
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Perry McCarthy
1 year
Au revoir Pricey, you'll be missed. As a friend, fun, as a boss, tough ... with colourful debriefs, e.g. to me and @brabsracer at Spa: 'You pair of ---- caused so much ------ damage, I could've bought a ------ villa in ------ Barbados. My affection and love to the family. Pel. x
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Leon Price
1 year
Yesterday, we said goodbye to our beloved Dad. We are absolutely devastated to lose him. The messages of condolences we have already received are both heartwarming and comforting. He was my hero and I will miss him dearly. Rest well Dad x
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
@TheBishF1 Hey Matt … I've made a very subtle change to your book shelf Buddy … clearly for the better of course 😇
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
A lovely photo which tells a story. F1 isn't just about finance, cold facts and performance. A big part of it is passion, loyalty, respect and friendship. I like and believe in that
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Perry McCarthy
6 years
This is what I want to see on Sunday!!! I've just put £100 on Lance Stroll to win the Monaco Grand Prix. The odds? 4000 - 1. YEAH ... I know I know I know it's a dumb move but I'm bored and it's a bit of fun! However ... if he does it!!
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
@HillF1 and I went kart racing with @halowproject which supports young people aged 16+ with a #learningdisability . 28 teams and way too many quick young talented racers! We salvaged some pride and finished 3rd, but more importantly, congrats to Halow and Damon on a great event
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
#F1 Happy 60th birthday to my mate Julian Bailey. Many great times across the world with this fella 😀
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Perry McCarthy
6 years
Just having a chat about some road driving tips to my crash-test friend. Anyone want to come up with a witty caption?
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Perry McCarthy
7 months
What is it we search for in life? Well, at this time of year it's this ... Arghhhhhh Merry Christmas to everyone 😄
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Perry McCarthy
4 years
Many congratulations Sir Lewis @LewisHamilton what a journey so far and so much more to come
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Perry McCarthy
2 years
I've had a great time at the Singapore Grand Prix and delivered speeches to several organisations about F1 which also included insights to being The Stig of course! I've met so many interesting and fun people and have made a lot of new friends. Thanks everyone. #singaporef1
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F1 needs easier technical terms for fans ......... so as I keep saying ... let's have 'hard' and 'soft' tyres ... that's it! No 'medium - super - ultra - etc' Anyone agree?!
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Perry McCarthy
9 years
Sauber to pay driver GVD 15 million euros to NOT drive! Message to Sauber ... I am also available to not drive for way less
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Perry McCarthy
4 months
A big happy birthday to 'Mega'! @markblundellf1 😊
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4 months
#HappyBirthday Mark Blundell, 58. He started 61 #F1 GPs for Brabham, Ligier, Tyrrell & McLaren, bagging 3 podiums, but those teams weren’t at their best when he was with them. He then moved from F1 to #IndyCar , where he shone for PacWest, especially in ’97 (pic) with 3 wins.(1/2)
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Perry McCarthy
7 years
Yesterday's Rat Pack lunch .... great fun as always followed by the hangover ... as always :-)
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Perry McCarthy
5 years
Wow ... what a weekend on my comeback to racing with @TitansRX non stop action ... I led 2 races (briefly I should add!) and here I am in a moment of glory fighting with Nelson Piquet Jr. It was a brilliant event with great people
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Perry McCarthy
7 years
Ahhhh ... Monaco. Love that place, except when driving my car :-)
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Perry McCarthy
3 years
Oh no, this is such sad news, another great character passed away. Sabine will of course be greatly missed. A super driver and an amazing personality. I never had the good fortune to meet her but I wish I had. A real star on and off the track. #RIPSabineSchmitz X
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Matt Bishop 🏳️‍🌈 🏁
3 years
I’m very sad to hear of the passing of Sabine Schmitz, the only woman to have won the #N ürburgring24Hours, rightly known as ‘Queen of the Nürburgring’, & a star of @BBC_TopGear , who’s succumbed to cancer, aged just 51. #RIPSabineSchmitz
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Me, Dave Coulthard plus Mika Hakkinen had fun at the Singapore Grand Prix telling our tales to business audiences. Great to see the boys. I just love having my photo taken next to DC - it makes me feel like the chimp in Darwin's evolution of man illustration - ooh ooh ooh ooh
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2 years
#F1 I met up with old friend, the amazing engineer, Pat Symonds recently and we talked about the new aerodynamics he's helped create in F1. During our chat about pressure and wake, I actually told him something he didn't know, ... it's that, my Mum's name is also Pat.
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