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533 entries.
wrote on 22nd April 2018
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3:29 am
Watching Speedway for 50 years, I have seen some wonderful riders, however for sheer magnificence and professionalism Ivan Mauger was number one across the World. His legend will live forever, I am truly grateful for seeing him win many races, and watching him be Speedway World Champion six times in the most competitive era.
wrote on 22nd April 2018
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3:21 am
I saw the great Ivan many times as a boy riding against my Leicester Lions. Head and shoulders the best speedway rider that I had the pleasure to watch. My Dad and I would go to other meetings not involving the Lions just to watch him ride. R I P.
wrote on 22nd April 2018
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3:20 am
R.I.P. Ivan, thank you for the memories and your contribution to speedway. A true legend of the sport.
wrote on 22nd April 2018
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1:43 am
R.I.P. my friend from the first time I met you in the 70s I cried I was only 8 years old, you were my hero then, I then saw you again 30 years later at Sheffield in the pits and I nearly cried that time as well, but I held back the tears because I had a tyre in my hand. The meeting had finished and I went to the bar. I bowed at your feet and everybody looked at me weird, I just didn't care, you said to me would you like a drink and I said yes to have a drink off the world's best speedway rider of all time we stayed in touch as well it was an honour and privilege to know you Ivan you were an amazing person and I respect you so much. Keep sliding that back wheel up in heaven my friend. THE WORLDS BEST.......R.I.P. MY FRIEND
wrote on 22nd April 2018
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12:58 am
May I offer my sincere condolences to the family. Ivan was a childhood hero of mine. For me, the greatest rider there has ever been.
wrote on 22nd April 2018
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12:42 am
I’ve been a Speedway fan for 45+years since first going to watch Crewe in 1972...even before then I’d heard of Ivan. I’d seen him on TV ...watching him made me want to watch Speedway live. Althrough those early years for me, Ivan was The Master...incomparible. He was to Speedway what Fangio was to F1, Agustini to Motorbikes, Ali was to Boxing ...he was up there with the All Time Greats of every Sport. Thank you Ivan: my deepest, sincerest thanks for giving me Speedway and my condolences to your loving family
wrote on 21st April 2018
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11:04 pm
As a Diamonds fan I watched Ivan's first ride for the team and it was excellent, then he was destined for greatness. Simply the best.
RIP Ivan.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:54 pm
The Muhammad Ali of speedway. Followed speedway for 40 years and the name Ivan Mauger has always been seen by myself as the greatest ...... RIP.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:42 pm
I loved watching Ivan ride for The Aces, a great rider and a lovely man. A sad time for Raye and family ♣️♣️??
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:39 pm
I was privileged to be able to watch one of the best, if not THE best many times. For this I say thank you. You're in our memories for ever. RIP Ivan
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:36 pm
Great rider saw many times and still have my autographed programme when he won the 1969 World final at Wembley
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:33 pm
Condolences to Ivan's family and close friends at this sad time. Many memories of Ivan Mauger. He was the ultimate professional in his chosen sport. Feel very honoured to have seen him race. R.I.P Ivan.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:27 pm
The word 'legend' is used far too often though never enough with the great Ivan Mauger. Rest well.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:03 pm
What memories I have of the great man racing at Hackney, he was simply the best. Colin Pratt had some brill races with Ivan. He has left us all with some fine memories. He will be sadly missed. I got my book signed by Ivan at Broxborne's Paradise Wildlife Park. Thank you Ivan. I'm gutted. My thoughts go to all your family and friends. God bless you mate R I P
wrote on 21st April 2018
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10:03 pm
Very sad to hear of Ivan's passing. Many vivid memories of him at Old Meadowbank in Edinburgh. A superb rider who raised the profile of his sport, and a strong personality who created interest and helped to fill stadia wherever he rode. One of the very few household names the sport has produced. He will be fondly remembered by speedway fans everywhere.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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9:43 pm
Shame for Ivan Mauger. What a great speedway star. Saw him at Bloomer Road for his autobiography what a nice genuine man. Won't be forgotten.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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9:15 pm
A Magnificent Life, A Magnificent career, Ivan's achievements will stand the test of time. Simply THE BEST. R.I.P. IVAN.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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9:13 pm
Thank you for all you did for my home city of Exeter, you did us proud. RIP Ivan.
wrote on 21st April 2018
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9:10 pm
One of the true greats of Speedway. Saw him race in the 70s against a lot of talented riders. He was always the man to beat. R.I.P Ivan
wrote on 21st April 2018
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9:09 pm
We were lucky to have seen you ride back in the day when you rode for Exeter v White City. You will be sadly missed R I P Ivan