Brett Duncan, 51, was killed in a high speed crash on Oulton Broad last July. Emergency services were called after Mr Duncan crashed into the houseboat during the ninth round of the Lowestoft & Oulton Broad Motor Boat Club’s racing season (LOBMBC).

Mr Duncan died at the scene despite the emergency crews’ efforts to save him.

An inquest into his death began at Suffolk Coroners’ Court on Monday, where his family’s tribute was read.

Mr Duncan was married to Rhianon Phillips-Duncan, and they had two children. His family described him as “intelligent” and said he “lived his life with integrity”. They described him as “responsible and self-sufficient, able to put his hand and mind to almost everything”.

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