Seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton has taken to social media to pay tribute to Ken Block, who has died at the age of 55.
Block’s death was confirmed on Monday evening, as he succumbed to injuries sustained in a snowboarding accident.
Block was well known for his online presence through his social media channels as well as entries across various motorsport categories.
The pair have worked together in the past, and even collaborated for an F1/Rally crossover several years ago.
On Tuesday afternoon, Hamilton took to social media to express his grief.
“I’ve been mostly off social media to focus on my health and well being,” he wrote on Instagram.
“Today I received the news of the loss of a dear friend. I am devastated to hear of Ken Block’s passing. He was such an amazing person, always lived life to the fullest.
“I remember our first time working together and how positive he was. So much talent behind the wheel. Years ago we had an amazing time held skiing and snowboarding in Canada.
“We held so much respect for one another. He will truly be missed and my thoughts and prayers go to his beautiful family. Gone too soon. Rest in peace, Ken.”
Mercedes, Hamilton’s F1 team, also provided a message on social media.
It said: “Ken Block, a motorsport icon, gone too soon.”
