I met him once, about 20 years ago, at BCM. Just a regular guy.
RIP.
https://www.motogp.com/en/news/2021/10/28/paul-smart-passes-away/398982
RIP
.... and it happened while riding. Not sure what to think about that :-\
RIP
Raux got his autograph on helmet in 2012 during WDW on Misano. Surprised to be recognized, but happy to be there.
That’s a shame. RIP
RIP. I would like to hope that he was enjoying life & the ride when it happened.