Breen, who hailed from Ireland, was laid to rest on Tuesday in Waterford less than a week on from the crash<\/a>. A large convoy was led by his Ford Sierra Cosworth.<\/p>\n "Regarding the accident, we can say that Craig was participating in the pre-event test in Croatia," a statement from team principal Cyril Abiteboul read.<\/p>\n "Road conditions were slippery and the car slid off the road at a relatively low speed and made contact with a wooden fence.<\/p>\n "A post from this fence intruded into the cabin through the driver's side window.<\/p>\n READ MORE:<\/strong> Tubby's 'concern' over strange Ashes decision<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n READ MORE:<\/strong> Rabbitohs' secret Panthers 'ambush' plan revealed<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n READ MORE:<\/strong> Marathon runner disqualified for using car<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n "The stage was closed immediately and the on-stage medical team was rapidly on the scene.<\/p>\n "We must mention that James Fulton (co-driver) was unhurt in the crash and our hearts go out to him. We are doing everything we can to support James at this time.<\/p>\n "Craig was taken to hospital from the stage. As far as can be determined, Craig's passing was instantaneous."<\/p>\n Hyundai and the sport's governing body, the FIA, are reviewing the incident.<\/p>\n Early indications are that there was no issue with the car, tyre, or safety equipment.<\/p>\n Thierry Neuville and his teammate Esapekka Lappi will carry a tribute paint scheme featuring the colours of the Irish flag.<\/p>\n "Craig was laid to rest yesterday and it's been a very emotional time for all of us," said Abiteboul.<\/p>\n "Emotions are still raw and there has been an amazing outpouring of grief for Craig, who was an incredible person to know, as a team-mate, competitor and friend.<\/p>\n "Moving to this weekend and Croatia Rally, it was clear from the feedback from all stakeholders, and Craig's family and friends, that the competitive spirit of Craig would have wanted this weekend's rally to continue and for his teammates to participate.<\/p>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/HMSGOfficial\/status\/1648754469570502868<\/a><\/p>\n "We thought long and hard about how to do this and how best to honour Craig. To this end, we are contesting the event with two cars, both running with a special livery to honour Craig, his Irish roots and his beloved Irish rally community.<\/p>\n "Craig was a wonderful person and that is true of his family and friends. The rallying community has really pulled together and it's a mark of the high regard with which Craig was held.<\/p>\n "There are a number of initiatives to honour Craig taking place over this weekend. As well as our special livery we have a book of condolence in our hospitality unit that everyone is invited to sign. This will be shared with the family.<\/p>\n "This is all we have to say collectively at this stage."<\/p>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/HMSGOfficial\/status\/1647963128150347783<\/a><\/p>\n Toyota has decided only two of its three cars will score manufacturer points in a mark of solidarity.<\/p>\n Hyundai, Toyota, and Ford will each field two cars at Rally Croatia, which takes place across April 20-23.<\/p>\n Breen is the second notable death in the rally community after former World Rally Championship driver Ken Block died in a snowmobile accident at 55 years old.<\/p>\n For a daily dose of the best of the breaking news and exclusive content from Wide World of Sports, subscribe to our newsletter by<\/strong><\/em> clicking here<\/strong><\/em><\/a>!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n
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