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Dave Morton

b. 1953

British speedway rider

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About Dave Morton

Born 1953. Dave Morton is a British speedway rider.

David James Morton (born 24 September 1953 in Eccles, Lancashire) is a former international motorcycle speedway rider from England. He earned 18 international caps for the England national speedway team.

Career Morton started his career with the Crewe Kings during the 1971 British League Division Two season. He was signed by Hackney Hawks in 1973 from Crewe Kings. He won the British Best Pairs in 1975 and his best domestic season on an individual basis was the 1976 British League season, when he recorded an impressive 10.28 league average for Hackney.

Morton almost missed the entire 1977 season with a broken leg. He requested a transfer in 1978 and was swapped for Finn Thomsen from Wolverhampton Wolves, where he rode for three seasons.

He won the New Zealand Championship in 1975. He was also British Finalist (1975, 1976, 1978, 1980) and New Zealand Champion (1975).

He retired in 1988.

Personal life His brother Chris Morton was also a speedway rider and the third most England and British capped rider of all time.

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David Morton, David James Morton

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Dave Morton?

British speedway rider

When was Dave Morton born?

Dave Morton was born on 24 September 1953 in Eccles.

What is Dave Morton's occupation?

Dave Morton is a speedway rider.

What nationality is Dave Morton?

Dave Morton is British.

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Β· Wikipedia: Dave Morton

Β· Wikidata: Q5229436

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