About Adam Shields
Born 1977. Adam Shields is an Australian motorcycle racer.
Adam Matthew Shields (born 8 February 1977 in Kurri Kurri, New South Wales,
Speedway career He first rode in the United Kingdom for Premier League team the Isle of Wight Islanders in 2000, before stepping up to the Elite League for Eastbourne Eagles and then the Lakeside Hammers in 2007. He missed the end of the 2008 season due a number of injuries sustained during a race.
Adam has appeared in the Speedway World Cup for Australia and he won the Australian Under-21 Speedway Championship in 1997.
In 2002, he won the Premier League Riders Championship, during the 2002 Premier League speedway season.
On 5 May 2012, Shields announced his retirement from the sport, citing personal reasons, but returned in 2013 with Eastbourne for one final season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Adam Shields?
Australian speedway rider
When was Adam Shields born?
Adam Shields was born on 8 February 1977 in Australia national speedway team, Kurri Kurri, New South Wales.
What is Adam Shields's occupation?
Adam Shields is a motorcycle racer.
What nationality is Adam Shields?
Adam Shields is Australian.
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