The JMMC extends condolences to the family and friends of Hilary Jardine, OD who passed away on Sunday October 17th.
Affectionately known as “Sir Hilary”, he was a stalwart of Jamaican motorsport for several decades. Born in Guyana, he was one of the founding members of the British Guiana Motorcycle Club in 1955 and, in the 1960’s he revived the motorcycle club in Trinidad and Tobago. Hilary, who lived in Jamaica since 1969, founded and served as President of the Jamaica Motor Racing Association during the 1970’s. He served as President of the Jamaica Race Drivers Club from 2006 to 2011. In recognition of his contribution to sport, the Government of Jamaica awarded Hilary Jardine the Order of Distinction in 2009.
Hilary is remembered for an outstanding and passionate contribution to motor sport in Jamaica, and the Caribbean. May he Rest In Peace.
