Grand Prix 500

Culture & Patrimoine Moto, Grand Prix 500, Pilotes de légende -

Seven world championship titles, three categories conquered, an electric rivalry with Bill Ivy and a reputation as a professional rebel: a dive into the legend of Phil Read, the "Prince of Speed".

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250cc World Champion in 1972, pioneer of the "hanging off" technique developed from ice racing, tragically died in Monza on May 20, 1973: a portrait of the Flying Finn.

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Four-time 500cc world championship runner-up without ever clinching the title, author of the craziest "save" in history, and co-founder of Riders for Health: a portrait of Randy Mamola, an endearing paddock legend.

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Seven motorcycle world titles with MV Agusta, then the 1964 Formula 1 crown with Ferrari: a look back at John Surtees, the only world champion in history on two and four wheels.

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Crowned 500cc World Champion in 1987 on a Honda, Wayne Gardner became the first Australian to win a title in the premier class. We look back at his championship, his rivals, and his legendary victory at Phillip Island.

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