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Terry Betts

b. 1943

British speedway rider

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About Terry Betts

Born 1943. Terry Betts is a British motorcycle racer.

Terence Arnold Betts (born 15 September 1943 in Harlow, Essex, England) is a former international speedway rider who reached the final of the Speedway World Championship in 1974. He became World Pairs Champion with Ray Wilson in 1972 and was a member of the Great Britain team that won the World Team Cup in 1972 and 1973.

Career summary Betts began his career with the Norwich Stars in 1960 but joined the King's Lynn Stars in 1965 after the closure of Norwich. He remained there for the majority of his career, spending one season with Reading Racers before he retired on the eve of the 1980 season. He was awarded a testimonial meeting in 1975 after ten years of continuous service to the club. Betts was a regular England international.

At retirement he had earned 55 international caps for England national speedway team and 19 caps for Great Britain.

World Final Appearances Individual World Championship 1974 - Gothenburg, Ullevi - 12th - 6pts

World Pairs Championship 1972 - Borås (with Ray Wilson) - Winner - 24pts (9)

World Team Cup 1966 - Wrocław, Olympic Stadium (with Barry Briggs / Nigel Boocock / Ivan Mauger / Colin Pratt) - 4th - 8pts (0) 1972 - Olching, Olching Speedwaybahn (with Ivan Mauger / Ray Wilson / John Louis) Winner - 36pts (8) 1973 - London, Wembley Stadium (with Malcolm Simmons / Ray Wilson / Peter Collins) – Winner – 37pts (9)

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Terence Betts, Terence Arnold Betts

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Terry Betts?

British speedway rider

When was Terry Betts born?

Terry Betts was born on 15 September 1943 in Harlow.

What is Terry Betts's occupation?

Terry Betts is a motorcycle racer.

What nationality is Terry Betts?

Terry Betts is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Terry Betts

· Wikidata: Q7704111

· DBpedia: Terry Betts

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