Ron Clarke (speedway rider)
Ronald Clarke (born 26 March 1914 in Oxford, England[1] - 12 June 1981[2] ) was a former international speedway who qualified for the Speedway World Championship finals twice.[3]
| Born | 26 March 1914 Oxford, England |
|---|---|
| Died | 12 June 1981 (aged 67) |
| Nationality |  |
| Current club information | |
| Career status | Retired |
| Career history | |
| 1938 | Lea Bridge |
| 1939 | Crystal Palace Glaziers |
| 1946-1957 | Odsal Boomerangs/Tudors |
| 1957 | Belle Vue Aces |
| 1960 | Sheffield Tigers |
Career summary
Clarke started his career with Lea Bridge and Crystal Palace Glaziers before the war. After the war he joined Odsal Boomerangs and stayed until 1957, including when the team changed to the Bradford Tudors in 1950. Clarke qualified for two World finals in succession and represented England nine times.
World final appearances
- 1949 -
- 1950 -
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References
- Addison J. (1948). The People Speedway Guide. Odhams Press Limited
- "Ron Clarke". national-speedway-museum. Archived from the original on 1 November 2013. Retrieved 1 November 2013.
- Bamford, R. & Shailes, G. (2002). A History of the World Speedway Championship. Stroud: Tempus Publishing. ISBN 0-7524-2402-5
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