Motocross rider Jamie Wainwright has died aged 28 following a motorcycle incident last month. His fiancee of 13 years, Hannah Murray, said life feels "impossible" without him.
Career and teams
Wainwright, from Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, was a skilled competitor who rode for several teams during his career, including Revo Seven Kawasaki and Apex Motocross. He competed on both KTM and Kawasaki machines, according to NeedToKnow.
Fiancee's tribute
Murray described Wainwright as her "best friend" and said: "This hurts more than anything in this world, and life feels impossible without you in it. My heart has broken into a million pieces; a life without you is something I never imagined would ever happen."
She added: "I love you more than anything in this world. My right arm, my best friend, the person I would go to for anything and everything. The person who made me laugh 24/7, the most gorgeous person inside and out; you were my whole world. 13 years with you have been the best years of my life."
Funeral arrangements
Stinsons Independent Family Funeral Directors confirmed his death in a statement, saying: "Sadly, we announce the passing of James Wainwright, known to all as Jamie, who passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, aged 28 years."
The statement described him as a "much-loved son to Chris and Karen, a cherished brother to Ben and Matt, a devoted fiancé to Hannah, and a much-loved uncle to Summer." His funeral is due to take place at Holy Trinity Church in his hometown on Wednesday, September 16.
