TonyMac Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 (edited) IVAN The MAUGER Interview ON DVD £16 Officially authorised "I set out as a little kid to become World Champion. I never, ever set out to be popular." Ivan Mauger OBE MBE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ONE of the most revealing and insightful interviews ever given by the six times World Champion whose professionalism changed the sport forever. Recorded in audio format at the White Lion pub in Wimbledon (a stone's throw from where his UK career began in 1957) in 2005, the New Zealand maestro looks back over his illustrious career in a compelling conversation with Retro Speedway's Tony McDonald. Some of the topics discussed include: World Finals won and lost, the agony and ecstasy. His toughest ever meeting and why it was an achievement to savour. In defence of Jerzy and Egon, two much-maligned former world champions. Where the BSPA went wrong with England's world champions. Trailblazing with sponsors and equipment. Attitudes and regrets. Making a difference and the 'clear out' effect he had at Newcastle, Belle Vue, Exeter and Hull. World Team Cup glory with New Zealand and how he enjoyed sweet revenge on the British selectors who dumped him. Managing the explosive Kenny Carter and the inside story on why it all went horribly wrong in his infamous LA showdown with Bruce Penhall. Helping Hans Nielsen to reach the top and the time he ignored Ivan's advice in a costly World Final run-off. Who is Ivan's all-time greatest rider? Which promoters did he respect most? Ivan on what it was like to be unpopular with the fans. Which riders does he rate the most talented of his era? World Final versus Grand Prix and why the GP doesn't stack up. Ivan's revealing and insightful words are complemented by video clips, including some rare colour footage, plus many still images illustrating the career of speedway's greatest ever rider. A unique double-disc set lasting approx. four hours. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOW TO ORDER Only available direct from Retro Speedway for £16 (post-free in the UK). Go online and pay using the secure PayPal method at http://www.retro-speedway.com Phone the Credit/Debit Card Hotline on 01708 734 502. Or post a cheque for £16 (payable to Retro Speedway) to: Retro Speedway (Ivan DVD), 103 Douglas Road, Hornchurch, RM11 1AW. Add £2.50 per copy when ordering from overseas. Edited August 22, 2012 by tmc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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