Ex-MotoGP and BSB champion team owner Paul Bird dies aged 56

A brief statement from the PBM team said Bird died earlier on Friday having been hospitalised with illness.

“PBM is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Paul Bird, the team owner of Paul Bird Motorsport.

“Paul Bird died earlier today at the age of 56 following a short time in hospital with illness. Paul’s family are requesting privacy during…