Tributes flow for DJRTP co-owner Brabeck
29 Jan 2018
A host of Supercars drivers and teams have paid tribute to Steve Brabeck following news of the DJR Team Penske co-owner’s death.
The Crimsafe founder had been a key supporter of Dick Johnson’s Supercars squad for almost a decade, owning 20 percent of the outfit under its current DJR Team Penske guise.
Those to pay tribute to Brabeck today on social media included the team's current drivers Scott McLaughlin and Fabian Coulthard.
You brought so much light to a lot of people especially our squad. Glad I could be one of your drivers in 2017 and we will all race hard into the future for you! Very sad, Rest Easy Steve. pic.twitter.com/BmSQYR0RV2
— Scott McLaughlin (@smclaughlin93) January 29, 2018
Steve was such a great man and will be dearly missed. Until next time, mate. I’m sure you will continue to ride every lap with us. #VASC pic.twitter.com/YynphJ22ks
— Fabian Coulthard (@FabianCoulthard) January 29, 2018
23Red Racing’s Will Davison, who drove for DJR in 2006-08, described Brabeck as “one of the nicest guys in pitlane”, a sentiment another former DJR driver in James Moffat echoed.
Incredibly sad to hear the news of Steve’s passing. One of the nicest guys in pitlane who always had the time to have a chat. My thoughts are with his family, Dick, Jill & all at @DJRTeamPenske. RIP Steve ? https://t.co/8Xizit8Zkk
— Will Davison (@will_davison) January 29, 2018
Sad news, their wouldn’t have been a nicer guy in pit lane. His positivity through his battle was incredible. Thankful I had the chance to get to know Steve along the way. RIP Steve https://t.co/WOENtNIWTs
— James Moffat (@J_Moffat) January 29, 2018
Crimsafe’s initial sponsorship of DJR in 2009 included full-car backing for Grant Denyer’s Super2 Series entry.
The company went on to enjoy a long association with the television personality, who says Brabeck “helped me realise my wildest racing dreams”.
The calmest presence in a hectic sport. Steve Brabeck helped me realise my wildest racing dreams, let alone rescue DJR from the brink & win a championship. He was so proud when I won races in his colours, as I am to have worn them. One of the best. I am so sad. Take care mate RIP pic.twitter.com/DR7BF3rZEe
— Grant Denyer (@grantdenyer) January 29, 2018
Although keeping a relatively low public profile, Brabeck made many friends in the pitlane.
I am so sad to hear of the passing of Steve Brabeck overnight. I got to know Steve during 2012 at DJR and we have always stopped for a chat since then. Just a lovey, genuine, kind and generous man. RIP Steve.
— Alex Davison (@alexdavison79) January 29, 2018
Really sad to hear this news.... Rest In Peace Steve, you’ll be missed my many. ☹️ https://t.co/gLAxW3b1Ii
— Tony D'Alberto (@tonydalberto) January 29, 2018
RIP Steve. You will truely be missed up and down pitlane. https://t.co/9yAnOPCHfw
— Nick Percat (@NickPercat) January 29, 2018
Very sad, one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet, will be missed ?
— Tim Slade (@_TimSlade_) January 29, 2018
RIP Steve https://t.co/yYPnC3UGtl
Rival teams also passed condolences to Brabeck’s family and DJR Team Penske.
We are saddened by the passing of Steve Brabeck. A good friend of Triple Eight and a great motor racing supporter - he will be much missed. Condolences to his two sons, Matt and Ben. #VASC
— Red Bull Holden (@redbullholden) January 29, 2018
Sending our condolences to @DJRTeamPenske and to the Brabeck family during this difficult time https://t.co/nIGACr3vsH
— Tickford Racing (@TickfordRacing) January 29, 2018
We are all very saddened to hear of the passing of Steve Brabeck overnight. A great supporter of motorsport in Australia. Thoughts go out to his family, friends, and @DJRTeamPenske, he'll be missed.
— Walkinshaw Andretti United (@FollowWAU) January 29, 2018
Thoughts go out to @DJRTeamPenske and Steve’s family & friends. RIP Steve. https://t.co/x0cADzJ77m
— Brad Jones Racing (@BJRsupercars) January 29, 2018
