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Roger Johns

b. 1954

Speedway rider

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About Roger Johns

Born 1954.

Roger Johns (born 1 March 1954) is a former international motorcycle speedway rider from England. He earned two international caps for the England national speedway team.

Speedway career Johns reached the final of the British Speedway Championship in 1979. He rode in the top tier of British Speedway from 1970–1991, riding for various clubs.

His first major success came during the 1971 British League Division Two season, when he was crowned a league champion with Eastbourne Eagles. Over three seasons (1971 to 1973) he improved his average significantly, culminating in an 8.59 average in 1973.

The majority of his career was spent with Wimbledon Dons, whom he signed for £2,000 in January 1974 in readiness for the 1974 British League season. He helped Wimbledon win six London Cups from 1974 to 1985.

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Who is Roger Johns?

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When was Roger Johns born?

Roger Johns was born on 1 March 1954 in Epsom, Surrey.

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· Wikipedia: Roger Johns

· Wikidata: Q107650477

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