Louis Lawson
British speedway rider
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Louis Lawson (25 October 1921 – 5 July 2009[1]) was international motorcycle speedway rider who finished third in the 1949 Speedway World Championship final.[2] He earned 7 international caps for the England national speedway team.[3]
Born25 October 1921
Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England
Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England
Died5 July 2009 (aged 87)
NationalityBritish (English)
1946-1953Belle Vue Aces
| Born | 25 October 1921 Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England |
|---|---|
| Died | 5 July 2009 (aged 87) |
| Nationality | British (English) |
| Career history | |
| 1946-1953 | Belle Vue Aces |
| Team honours | |
| 1946, 1947, 1949 | National Trophy Winner |
Career
Lawson was born in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, and spent his whole career with the Belle Vue Aces,[4] winning the National Trophy three times.[5] Lawson also featured in the England team.[6][7]
World Final Appearances
- 1949 -
London, Wembley Stadium - 3rd - 13pts - 1951 - London, Wembley Stadium - 6th - 10pts
- 1953 - London, Wembley Stadium - Res - Did not ride [2]
