I met "Doc" the first time in 2011 in his office when we were discussing the possibility to do the Dakar Rally as a South African team. He made an immediate impression on me as someone who could talk to anyone, make them feel at ease and was genuinely interested in their opinion. As a team we owe the Doc a lot for his support, dedication and commitment to the Dakar project of which he was very fond of. Thanks Doc for all you did for us and for all the stories, no matter where in the world we saw you! A sad loss not only to Toyota, but to South Africa and the World. Sincere condolences to his wife Santie and the family. Giniel de Villiers