Media Release
Tuesday 18 March 2014
Motorsport community mourns dedicated backer
It is with regret that Motorsport New Zealand acknowledges the passing of Greg Horne.
“Greg, in his capacity as BNT general manager, has been a major supporter of circuit racing and rallying; he has
sponsored series, individual events and a number of drivers,” said MSNZ President Shayne Harris. “His passion for the
sport and his desire to support it at the highest level has been immense and has ensured the success of champions and
championships – he will be greatly missed.”
Greg competed as a co-driver in the national rally championship and, through BNT, supported national champions such as
Jason Richards, Richard Mason and Nick Cassidy. BNT also sponsored the NZV8 Gold Star championship and a range of other
events and series over many years.
Rally New Zealand Chairman Peter Johnston said: “Greg Horne was one of life’s gentlemen, a great ambassador and
supporter of rally in New Zealand. He will be sadly missed especially at the end of NZRC rally stages where he was
regularly seen taking times for Richard Mason and an interest in other competitors.”
“Our thoughts and wishes are with Greg’s family,” said Mr Harris. “He was a good man, whose actions benefited many
involved in the Motorsport fraternity.”
ENDS