Kevin Holden
Kevin Holden (30 July 1950 – 27 April 1977) was a speedway rider from England.[1][2]
| Born | 30 July 1950 Southampton, England |
|---|---|
| Died | 27 April 1977 (aged 26) |
| Nationality | British (English) |
| Career history | |
| 1970–1971 | Romford Bombers |
| 1971–1976 | Exeter Falcons |
| 1972 | West Ham Hammers |
| 1977 | Poole Pirates |
| Team honours | |
| 1974 | British league winners |
Speedway career
Holden rode in the top tier of British Speedway from 1970 to 1977, riding for various clubs.[3] He was an integral part of the Exeter Falcons team that won the league during the 1974 British League season, scoring a season average of 7.26.[1]
At the beginning of the 1977 season he moved to Poole Pirates from Exeter and had started the season in great form for his new club. He was hitting over a 9-point average but was killed during the home match against Reading on 27 April. After sliding into the fence he ruptured a blood vessel of the heart.[2]
See also
References
- "Speedway riders, history and results". wwosbackup. Retrieved 29 July 2021.
- "IT HAPPENED ON THIS DAY.....1977". Poole Speedway. Retrieved 29 July 2021.
- "History Archive". British Speedway. Retrieved 29 July 2021.
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