McLaren pay tribute to Paul Morgan.

The McLaren team yesterday paid their respects to Paul Morgan, the co-founder of Ilmor Engineering in the best possible way by winning the Austrian Grand Prix.

After the event David Coulthard said: "I didn't spray the champagne as a mark of respect, because we lost a very important member of the team at home this weekend in Paul Morgan."

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The McLaren team yesterday paid their respects to Paul Morgan, the co-founder of Ilmor Engineering in the best possible way by winning the Austrian Grand Prix.

After the event David Coulthard said: "I didn't spray the champagne as a mark of respect, because we lost a very important member of the team at home this weekend in Paul Morgan."

McLaren-Mercedes team boss Ron Dennis echoed Coulthard's sentiments. Dennis said: "People think we're a grey faceless team, but we care about our members and more than being a leading member, Paul Morgan was a close friend. He's going to be badly missed."

The team's press release reviewing the GP ended with the following note: "Whilst we are enjoying today's success our thoughts and sympathies go to the wife and family of Paul Morgan. A true colleague and genuine friend."

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