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534 entries.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:47 pm
Ivan was my first sporting hero. A true giant and a model of professionalism. I’m honoured to have seen him ride. In my eyes he is up there with the greats of any sport. No other single person has made such a difference to their sport. My sincere condolences to all the Mauger family. RIP Ivan.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:41 pm
Still trying to come to terms with this devastating news. The race that stands out in my mind was a match against Poole Pirates at Hyde Road. Ivan had been unbeaten in the league since the start of the season and in this particular race for some unknown reason, he had forgotten to turn on his fuel tap. He gave the other three riders half a lap start. As soon as he turned his fuel on, off he went and won the race. Truly magnificent. God bless Ivan. You can now meet up with Peter, Dick and Soren,
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:37 pm
The greatest speedway rider that I ever saw and from all that I have read he was an even greater family man. A giant of the sport that will never be eclipsed. RIP and all best wishes to Ivan's loving family.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:34 pm
Thanks for great memories of nights at Hyde Road. That characteristic snap back of the head as Ivan accelerated off the bends stays in the mind as well as his courage and professionalism. Much love to his family and friends around the world.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:33 pm
Thank you Ivan for the memories you have left over the years. You will always be a Diamond. God bless
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:31 pm
The end of an era with the passing of a superstar who was a household name in the 60s and 70s. I remember how he spoke to me and signed my autograph book at Kings Lynn in the early 70s. No airs or graces, a true gentleman and probably the greatest rider of all time.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:31 pm
A real sportsman, clean and professional, He did more for speedway than anyone else, My mother supported him at Belle Vue, Exeter, and Hull. I consider myself very lucky to have witnessed the sport through the golden era led by Ivan Mauger. My sincerest well wishes to Raye and his family, Thank you for all the memories.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:30 pm
My boyhood hero, the greatest ever R.I.P champ
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:25 pm
Thank you for many years of great entertainment. RIP and condolences to your family and friends.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:21 pm
RIP Ivan
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:18 pm
Not only a great rider but a fantastic person who always had time for his fan. As a child I met him when he arrived at Wembley and I asked him for his autograph. My condolences to his family at this sad time. R.I.P Ivan
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:17 pm
Quality and class, he had it in spades. Rip
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:17 pm
Great memories of a wonderful man. Speedway forever, keep riding in my thoughts
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:14 pm
Watched him ride at Coventry, win or lose he was good company, a real sportsman. Will be sadly missed.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:14 pm
You were my idol when I was growing up and you always will be.
My dad had the same illness so I know what your family have suffered my heart goes out to them.
Go show them in heaven your speedway skills never forgotten. Rest in peace Mr speedway.x
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:11 pm
Great man , great rider. Don’t think anyone will beat his record. RIP Ivan you will be greatly missed.
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:09 pm
We have lost the best ever
RIP Ivan
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:04 pm
My all time speedway hero, he was the greatest rider I have ever seen, he will be sadly missed
wrote on 20th April 2018
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9:00 pm
So sorry to hear of the passing of our Ivan, he was a game changer in how riders approached Speedway in the 70’s. The total professional. Also it’s quite clear he was a man who loved his family life , Dementia is a cruel disease, it’s so hard to see your loved one enter a different life and being unable to help. R.I.P. Ivan, sleep at peace and thank you for all the pleasure you gave us over the years ❤️
wrote on 20th April 2018
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8:51 pm
Absolute legend of the sport. Never forgotten in the speedway world xx