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Legendary McLaren founder’s grave targeted in shocking act of vandalism
The graves of Bruce McLaren, the legendary McLaren founder, and his family were vandalised at Waikumete Cemetery in Auckland, New Zealand, confirmed by The Bruce McLaren Trust. The gravesite includes memorials for McLaren, who tragically died in a testing crash at Goodwood Circuit in 1970 at the age of 32, and his wife Patricia, who passed away in 2016. Additionally, the headstones of McLaren’s parents, sister, and brother-in-law were also damaged. The vandalism, which involved gold paint and toy cars being stuck onto the graves, was discovered and reported by George Stewart-Dalzell at the end of September. The Bruce McLaren Trust expressed dismay over the incident, stating that The Grave Guardians, a voluntary organization, offered to help repair the damage while the stones are being wrapped and unable to be viewed. McLaren founded his namesake racing team in 1963, and this year, McLaren surpassed Williams to become the second-most successful F1 team in history, securing their 10th constructors’ championship. The Woking-based team, which has also clinched 12 drivers’ championships, could potentially win a 13th before the current season concludes, as driver Lando Norris leads teammate Oscar Piastri by one point in the standings with four races remaining. McLaren currently sits just behind Ferrari on the all-time list of Formula 1 accomplishments.
