About Alan Emerson
Born 1957. Alan Emerson is a British speedway rider.
Robert Alan Emerson (born 29 May 1957), generally known as Alan Emerson is a British former motorcycle speedway rider.
Career Born in Haltwhistle, Northumberland, Emerson had second half rides at Workington, Belle Vue, and Teesside before making his competitive debut in 1973 for Teesside Tigers. He also competed regularly in grasstrack. the team he also rode for in 1976, doubling up with Teesside.
In 1978, he had his first of three seasons with Birmingham Brummies, doubling up in 1979 with Workington Comets and Glasgow Tigers respectively. In 1981, he moved on to Newcastle Diamonds, where he rode for three seasons before retiring from the sport.
In 1982, he helped the Newcastle win two Fours Championships during the 1982 National League season and the 1983 National League season.
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English speedway rider
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Alan Emerson was born on 29 May 1957 in Haltwhistle.
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