R.I.P 2018
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2018 - IVAN MAUGER |
16th April 2018 |
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Ivan was born in New Zealand on the 4th of October 1939, his love of motorcycle racing saw him race all over the world winning a record six World Championship finals, a feat equalled only Tony Rickardson of Sweden, Mauger rode for several British teams - Wimbledon Dons, Newcastle Diamonds, Bell Vue Aces, Exeter Falcons and the Hull Vikings.
Ivan and his wife of 50 years Raye retired to the Gold Coast but still played an active roll in speedway.
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Ivan passed away at around 4.00am on Monday the 16th of april on Australia's Gold Coast, He was the greatest speedway rider ever and the sport will never see the likes of him again.