"I met him quite a few times, and liked him a lot. In fact I arranged a secret test for him in a Procar many years ago, and he acquitted himself pretty well. He competed in quite a few races, in fact, and the highlight of his competition-driving career was a fine second place in the Le Mans 24 Hours race of 1979. Along with all my McLaren Group and Vodafone McLaren Mercedes colleagues, I extend my sympathy at this very sad time to this great man's grieving family and friends."

Sebastien Bourdais, Toro Rosso
"He was a great man and he will be dearly missed, but he has no doubt gone to a better place."

Justin Wilson, NHL Racing
“I am extremely saddened to hear about Paul’s passing. He was a great guy to be with around the track. He was one of a kind. Obviously I am just thinking of his family and wishing them well while they are trying to deal with this. It can’t be easy. He’s going to be missed, not just in the motor racing world but in every area that he participated in, in his life. He affected so many people in a positive way. I’m going to miss him and am fortunate to have known him.”

Graham Rahal, NHL Racing
“It has been a very upsetting 24 hours for the team and my family. Paul has been a huge part of both my success as well as my father’s and he will be greatly missed. He was a tremendous man, one that everyone should model their lives after. My sincere condolences go out to the Newman family.”

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