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Kevin Holden is remembered as a humble and popular figure who always had time for fans. His death, coming just three days after the loss of another rider, Josef Angermüller, remains a somber moment in speedway history. Birthplace Southampton, England National Caps 5 (England), 7 (Great Britain) Career Average (1971) 8.95 (Romford) Notable Team Exeter Falcons (League Champions 1974) kevin holden speedway
: In just one season, Holden progressed from a reserve rider to the team’s number one, finishing 1971 with a stellar average of 8.95. Holden spent the majority of his top-flight career
Holden spent the majority of his top-flight career with the (1971–1976), competing alongside legends like Ivan Mauger. Kevin Holden Speedway is the place where actual
Don't come here for birthday party laser tag or video games. Come here to race. Kevin Holden Speedway is the place where actual racing drivers go to sharpen their skills on a budget. If you want a casual night out, go to K1. If you want to learn car control and fight for the apex, this is the best track in North Orange County.
While attempting to overtake Reading’s Bob Humphreys for third place, Holden lost control on the first bend and slid into the outside fence. Although the fall appeared relatively minor, an inquest revealed that Holden had suffered a (a main blood vessel of the heart), which likely occurred just before or during the impact. He was pronounced dead at the track, leaving behind a wife and two children.
: Following the closure of the Romford track, Holden briefly moved to the West Ham Hammers in 1972, where he famously won the last-ever race at the Custom House stadium before the club’s closure. The Exeter Falcons and International Success