About Wally Lloyd
Lived 1910 – 1989 (aged 79). Wally Lloyd was a motorcycle racer.
Walter Richard Lloyd known as Wally Lloyd (6 February 1910 – 11 February 1989) was a motorcycle speedway rider who rode in the earliest days of the sport in Britain. He earned eight international caps for the England national speedway team.
Biography Born in Birmingham, Lloyd began his speedway career in 1928 at the Hall Green track. When the Hall Green track closed, in 1929 he moved to Perry Barr, captaining the team at the age of 17, and earning the nickname "Whirlwind" for his racing style. He went on to ride for Lea Bridge in 1931, Southampton/Clapton Saints in 1932, and Clapton in 1933.
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Who was Wally Lloyd?
British speedway rider (1910-1989)
When was Wally Lloyd born?
Wally Lloyd was born on 6 February 1910 in Birmingham.
When did Wally Lloyd die?
Wally Lloyd died on 11 February 1989.
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Wally Lloyd was a motorcycle racer.
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