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Pete Smith

b. 1942

English motorcycle speedway rider

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Born 1942. Pete Smith is a British motorcycle racer.

Peter Arthur Smith (born 11 July 1942, in Hanworth, England) is a former international motorcycle speedway rider from England, who spent his entire career with the Poole Pirates. He earned seven international caps for the England national speedway team and two caps for the Great Britain team.

Career Smith began riding speedway motorcycles at the training track at Rye House Stadium in the early 1960s. In 1962, Smith took part in a number of second-half meetings at Wimborne Road and made his first full appearance for Poole at a challenge match at Rye House. Smith also made his first international appearances for England in 1969 against Australia, New Zealand and Scotland. He was made Poole's captain in 1971 and continued to ride for the club until his retirement from the sport in 1977.

He made 620 appearances for Poole Pirates during his 15 years career establishing a club record.

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Who is Pete Smith?

English motorcycle speedway rider

When was Pete Smith born?

Pete Smith was born on 11 July 1942 in Hanworth.

What is Pete Smith's occupation?

Pete Smith is a motorcycle racer.

What nationality is Pete Smith?

Pete Smith is British.

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Β· Wikipedia: Pete Smith

Β· Wikidata: Q7172264

Β· DBpedia: Pete Smith (speedway rider, born 1942)

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