On Thursday, 2 January, Peter van Egmond, the renowned Dutch Formula 1 photographer, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep at the age of 68. His body succumbed after a hopeless battle with cancer. Despite his hopes that medication and treatments would allow him a bit more time with family and friends, his condition deteriorated rapidly in the past weeks. Peter leaves behind a wife and three children.

Over the course of his career, Peter attended 569 Grands Prix as a photographer. His final race was the São Paulo Grand Prix last November, where he witnessed Max Verstappen’s spectacular comeback drive in the rain – an emotional farewell.

“I can’t really complain. Looking back, I’ve had a wonderful life, filled with amazing memories thanks to my work, and I’ve met so many great people. Sadly, it is what it is, but I wish they had moved the finish line a little further away for me.”

These are the heartfelt words of a man who, since the beginning of 2024, knew he was terminally ill but secretly and fervently hoped for just a bit more time. Always positive, Peter fought a battle he knew he ultimately couldn’t win.