Mexico GP unveils three new members of the Wall of Honor of Motorsport in Mexico
Mexico City, October 17th, 2023.-The organizers of the FORMULA 1 MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX 2023 Presented by Heineken revealed the names of Filiberto Jiménez, Freddy Tame Sr., and Jorge Moctezuma as the three new members of the “Wall of Honor of Motorsport in Mexico”, for their contribution to national automobilism, which has had a significant impact to the sport.
These new stars were chosen from a public call launched by Mexico GP last March, from which several names of drivers, engineers, journalists, promoters, and other personalities emerged, which later were analyzed by a selection committee formed by CIE, OMDAI, and specialists from the automotive industry.
“Our commitment as current promoters of the Mexico City Grand Prix is to remember and recognize those who have built the great legacy of motorsport in our country. That’s why it is an honor to reveal the names of these three stars who, with their passion, have contributed to a great era in motorsport,” said Federico González Compeán, general director of the FORMULA 1 MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX 2023 Presented by Heineken.
The names of these three outstanding personalities who have transcended national motorsport are carved next to a star created in brass and nickel bath, made by the luxury house Tane, on an installation located in the Control Tower of the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, made of 12 granite plates of 2×1 meters. Each of the plaques can hold up to 12 names, for a total space of 144 Mexican racing legends, of which only 22 spaces have been filled.
Some of the highlights of the career of each of the honorees are:
Alfredo “Freddy” Tame Sr. is perhaps the engineer-driver-manager with the most victories in Mexican motorsport. Alfredo Tame Badue carried motorsports in his veins and dedicated his life to the sport. From a young age he participated in karting championships, took part in the organisation of competitions and laid the foundations for the creation of FEMADAC (Mexican Motorsport Federation). His talent led him to build the most winning and technological cars of the time. As a coach and team owner he collected countless national championships. He passed away in 2021 at the age of 73.
Filiberto Jiménez, better known as “Don Fili”, was a true promoter of Mexican categories, tracks, and motorsport, both inside and outside the country. He also was a champion of young talents, constructor of racetracks, and promoter of series, making him one of the most important figures in motorsport in the second half of the last century by combining his work as a businessman with his passion for motorsport at all fronts. He passed away in 2008.
Jorge Moctezuma began his career in motorsport as a driver and after winning several victories at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez driving cars for independent teams, he decided become a journalist, from where he was able to continue his passion for motorsport on the most important tracks in the world. As a Formula car fanatic, Don Jorge worked in both radio and print media for more than 50 years and collected more than 30 years of coverage of the prestigious Indianapolis 500 Mile race. He passed away in 2014.
This second generation joins the first 19 immortals:
The nomination period for candidates for the Wall of Honor of Motorsport in Mexico will open at the beginning of 2024. Interested parties can make their nominations through the official Mexico GP website (https://www.mexicogp.mx/muro-de-honor/).
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