'Terrible news': Supercars icon Neil Crompton diagnosed with cancer
Aussie motorsport icon Neil Crompton has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
A member of the Supercars Hall of Fame and current commentator, the 60-year-old will undergo surgery in coming weeks.
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“Everyone at Supercars was saddened to hear this terrible news and we’re all thinking of Neil and his family at this difficult moment,” Supercars CEO Sean Seamer said on Tuesday.
“Neil has become more than just the voice of Supercars, he’s an integral member of the Commission and a friend to many in the paddock.
“He has our total support and we wish him well over the coming weeks. You’ve got this Crompo.”
Supercars extends their heartfelt support to Neil and his family as they navigate this journey together ❤️ #RepcoSChttps://t.co/jn6K6t5wou
— Supercars (@supercars) May 10, 2021
Nathan Prendergast, Supercars general manager of television and content, also sent his support.
“The Supercars family is right behind Neil and we will be there for him in any way we can to help him through this difficult period,” he said.
“In recent weeks Neil has shown his professionalism and resilience by continuing to deliver in the broadcast since his diagnosis and will remain an essential part of the coverage for Winton and beyond.
“Neil has many close friends in the paddock and the broader Supercars community who wish him a speedy recovery and we look forward to having him back on our screens ASAP.”
Motorsport world sends support to Neil Crompton
Crompton was diagnosed before the Supercars round in Tasmania last month, but pushed on with his commentary duties.
He is expected to make a full recovery.
Known affectionately as the 'Voice of Supercars', Crompton twice finished third at the Bathurst 1000 across an illustrious 15-year driving career.
He competed for Holden Racing Team, Wayne Gardner Racing, Ford Tickford Racing and Gibson Motorsport before retiring in 2002.
The Aussie motorsport world sent well-wishes to Crompton and his family on Tuesday.
"Hope you get well soon Crompo, sending love," tweeted Chaz Mostert.
Team Penske's official Twitter account wrote: "Best wishes to our friend Neil Crompton and hopes of a speedy recovery."
Hope you get well soon Crompo, sending ❤️
— Chaz Mostert (@chazmozzie) May 11, 2021
Best wishes to our friend Neil Crompton and hopes of a speedy recovery. https://t.co/HWVrF1RDcK
— Team Penske (@Team_Penske) May 10, 2021
Shattered... get well crompo
— Cooper (@Coopsy25) May 11, 2021
@supercars
Please pass on my best wishes to Neil Crompton.
The man is a legend in my eyes and I pray that he makes a full recovery after his surgery.
Get well soon!— Findlay 🇦🇺 (@WhateverFinSays) May 11, 2021
One of the best (if not the best) motorsport commentators in the world, Neil Crompton, is now going through a battle of his own right now after being diagnosed with prostate cancer. All the best Crompo ❤️ you’ve got this 👊 F**K Cancer #RepcoSC https://t.co/i5ubQ3nloc
— Robbie Thornton (@RobbieThornton) May 10, 2021
Oh shit. One of the best motorsport commentators in the world for my money, Neil Crompton, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. My thoughts are with you, Neil, you can get through this! https://t.co/A3RwLGHmie
— Ashley Ash (@AshySpeed) May 10, 2021
What devastating news Crompo, I wish you the best for your recovery and treatment, sending my thoughts to you and your family from across the tasman in New Zealand.. Love your work. KIA KAHA
— Brendon Corlett 🇳🇿 (@Blackcapsfan3) May 11, 2021
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