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leonard turner from birmingham wrote on 21st April 2018 at 9:35 am

Thank you Ivan for years of pleasure A true Gent. Hope God likes the smell of Castrol R oil R.I.P

Brian Winn from Manchester wrote on 21st April 2018 at 9:17 am

No words can describe what a great rider you were. Thanks for the memories R I P

Dean from london wrote on 21st April 2018 at 9:16 am

I remember Ivan coming to Wimbledon, Epic races with Trevor Hedge, Ronnie Moore, Barry Briggs. He was the star that made the night wherever he rode, Even among so many other great riders. RIP Ivan.

John Sendall from Palmerston North wrote on 21st April 2018 at 8:49 am

Very sad passing of a truly legendary sportsman. I have many great childhood memories of watching his amazing masterful smooth skilful performances and hearing his modest Kiwi style reports.

Dave Edgley from King's Lynn wrote on 21st April 2018 at 8:31 am

R.I.P. Ivan, One of the sports greatest riders, I was just nine years old when I watched you win the world final at Wembley in 1969 the second of your many world titles, Thank you for all the pleasure and memories that you have left many fans with, God bless.

Tony Webb from Kisbér, Hungary wrote on 21st April 2018 at 8:27 am

I saw you ride at Wolverhampton in the late 1960's as a kid. Although a Wolves fan, you were always a favourite of mine. I finally got to meet you at your farewell meeting a Hyde Road. RIP sir, you will be sorely missed on this Earth.

Andrew scholefield from Huddersfield wrote on 21st April 2018 at 8:25 am

What a legend. Remember when he mentored Keny Carter at Halifax. A privilige to have met him. Rip

KEITH NODDINGS from School Aycliffe wrote on 21st April 2018 at 8:22 am

When I grew up with speedway in the 80's Ivan Mauger was the greatest speedway rider the world had seen. I never had the privilege of seeing him ride. In 2018 he is still the greatest speedway rider. A testament to his talents. I don't follow the sport much these days but was very sad to hear the news. My condolences to his family.

Paul Clifton from Manchester wrote on 21st April 2018 at 8:13 am

From my first days watching of speedway at Hyde Road in the early 70s, Ivan Mauger was the king, the face of the Belle Vue Aces. It was a privilege to have seen him ride. RIP 'the greatest ever speedway rider'

stephen jinkerson from LOWESTOFT wrote on 21st April 2018 at 8:07 am

To me, Ivan was the ultimate professional both on and off the track. A true legend of our great sport. R I P fella.

David Ridley from Gateshead wrote on 21st April 2018 at 7:59 am

First saw Ivan at Brough Park in 1975 me as a 9 year old Newcastle Diamonds fan with my sister, one of my very first meetings. The thing I remember most was Ivan went round Brough in about 65 seconds. Wow instantly became my hero...after the Owen bros of course!!! seen him the odd time he came back to Brough with Hull Exeter. Loved his white leathers just in my opinion THE GREATEST SPEEDWAY RIDER. Do you know I think that track record at Brough stood for about 16 years!!! amazing. Thanks for the memories Ivan from a starry eyed little kid who loves speedway and you the speedway legend. Your spirit will be at every speedway meeting. R.I.P IVAN DAVID RIDLEY

Kevin Robinson from Tipton wrote on 21st April 2018 at 7:48 am

The greatest speedway rider ever bar none. Rest in peace Ivan and thanks for the memories

Brian Oxenham from Plymouth Devon wrote on 21st April 2018 at 7:48 am

So sorry to hear of the passing of Ivan, still have very fond memories when he graced the shale at the County Ground Exeter, wonderful times and a true craftsman, it being no wonder that he will ever remain the number one with the total of World Speedway titles he won over his career.

Stuart Read from Suffolk wrote on 21st April 2018 at 7:30 am

Ivan was the star of Belle Vue when I went with my family as a teenager. He was fantastic to watch and could often be relied upon for a maximum. I saw him become world champion at Wembley. He was in my view the best rider ever.

Graham from Warrington wrote on 21st April 2018 at 7:28 am

First saw you in at the world final Wembley '72 when you beat my personal hero Bernt Persson into second place. I was gutted at the time but even though I was young I recognised Bernie was beaten by a true champion, one that would never be matched. Great man, great loss.

chris dunnett from ipswich wrote on 21st April 2018 at 6:56 am

A total superstar whose professionalism did so much to help establish the sport we love. We will never forget you sir! Many condolences to all his loved ones.

Janet Howe from Loughbough wrote on 21st April 2018 at 6:45 am

So sad, he was the greatest ?

Robert Bell from Glasgow wrote on 21st April 2018 at 6:19 am

I was only young when l first saw Ivan at White City. His races with Charlie were a joy to watch. I knew then he was destined to be a great rider. My condolences to his family as was not a great rider he was a true gentleman.

David Seaton from Alfreton Derbyshire wrote on 21st April 2018 at 6:16 am

Thank you for the wonderful memories back in the sixties. You were a inspiration to many up and coming speedway riders. Exciting. and thrilling to watch you ride. God bless you.

Ralph Rawsthorne from St. Helens wrote on 21st April 2018 at 5:42 am

The greatest speedway rider I ever saw, my absolute hero when I was a young boy watching him ride for Belle Vue Aces. Even when he moved on to grace other tracks he was always my favourite rider. God Bless you Ivan, and thanks for all you gave to the sport. RIP Ivan Mauger - a true legend

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