Norman Leslie Smith

Norman Leslie Smith, also known by his pseudonym "Wizard", (13 July 18901 October 1958) was an Australian professional motor racing driver, known for his speed racing records. The Brisbane Times hailed him as "Australia's fastest motor driver".

Early life Norman Leslie Smith was born on 13 July 1890 in Richmond, Sydney, Australia to Bill Smith and his spouse Cecilia, the youngest of nine children. Both his parents were farmers.

Career Never fear, I will break the world’s record no matter what the conditions are, and, if the gods are good, I will smash it to bits. Norman Smith setting off on 22 December 1916, aboard the ship HMAT Persic, A34. After capturing his third major championship, the Alpine Rally in Victoria, Smith became known as "Wizard" Smith or "the Wizard". Among others, he broke a long distance driving record previously set by John "Iron Man" Burton. In addition to driving, Smith also penned journal entries for newspapers like The Sun and The Sunday Times. The case ended with Smith winning and being compensated £1000 in damages.