The White Knight

I remember Alan in his spectacles - I think he was the first Rider I had seen who rode Speedway wearing glasses. A very good Rider as I remember as was his fellow Heat Leader Dave Baugh. Both rode well at Sunderland for Bradford.

Thanks very much moxey63.

Just noticed this Query. I will get our Sunderland Statistician (scarletrider) to have a look for you. :)

I was made to throw away my two bottles of Oranje Juice by the Security People. However - it is obviously OK to allow Alcoholic Beverages to be sold (at exhorbitant prices) so that some folk can behave in an anti social manner. I despair sometimes. I was not at Cardiff this year - but - after reading this Thread - I will think very carefully before I go again. At the moment - I don't think I will.

When I was at Cardiff a couple of years ago - the Poles were great fun. I never saw, or heard of, any trouble. I do hope that the troubles of Football are NOT going to be visited on Speedway.

Anyone care to Post a Link?? Please.

It would be great if Hull 'Vikings' DID return. Would they sign Tony Childs though??..........................

I couldn't agree more. Peter is definitely one for the future. Unfortunately the only British Rider I can see being there is Tai Woffinden. Outsider: Peter Juul Larsen.

R.I.P. Vic + - you were a smashing lad who made lots of friends at Sunderland Speedway. A great talent taken from us (Speedway) and his family far too early. Thank you so much for the reminder Tracy Bird. Ian Martin Sunderland Speedway Supporter.

I wasn't there and I don't remember anything either.

Cheers Britmet - once again you have helped me out. I appreciate it.

Can anyone remember Match Races for the 'Silver Sash'?? This MAY have been in the 'Sixties'. Is this old memory of mine playing tricks on me?? My memory was triggered by the Golden Helmet piece by Tony Mac. I'm probably wrong and it could be a figment of my imagination - but - can anyone help???

Can't wait - I liked John Jackson.

WHO????

I believe that the Army White Helmets Team is no more. Probably H&S, like they got rid of the Field Gun Teams at the Royal Tournament.

For a moment there I thought you'd put WENGER. That WOULD have upset Parsloes.

You are right Grachan. Chesterton did become Stoke.

Those were the days.............................................

Leave the Grand Prix where it is - in Cardiff. London has far too many 'goodies' as it is - as opposed to anywhere else.

Aaaahhh - that explains it then. Thank you Backless.

Anybody know what License Arlo did have?? Seems a bit odd to me that after having ridden here for a number of years - suddenly he has the wrong License.

I agree Haggis. When I went - I enjoyed just walking around the City. The area of the Stadium was entertainment enough in itself. Pubs, Streets full of Flags, Noise and general bustle of folk enjoying themselves. Inside the Stadium - I thought the entertainment was OK too - especially as it was free.

Mine arrived this morning. Good to see the Barry Thomas piece. John Hart ended up as the Track Record Holder at Sunderland (Boldon Stadium) in 1974. I'm looking forward to a good read over the weekend.

I TOTALLY endorse the above.