R I P Ivan Mauger 6 Times World Speedway Champion

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    Sad to hear Ivan Mauger died today age 78, saw him race back in the 70s I was a wolves fan, Ole Olsen was our big name they were big Rivals back in the day, Both Great Riders
     
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    Used to watch him ride for Belle Vue Aces in Manchester in my teens. He just used to turn up and win.
     
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    Sad news, RIP Ivan.

    There was quite a bit of his riding gear in the Bonhams auction at the Stafford International Bike Show last October.
     
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    Watched him while racing against Edinburgh Monarchs at Old Meadowbank in the late 60's ......A true champion,R.I.P. Ivan.
     
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