Phil Read

British motorcycle racer

Born: 1 January 1939, Luton
Died: 6 October 2022, aged 83
Birth name: Phillip William Read

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Phillip William Read (1 January 1939 – 6 October 2022) was an English professional motorcycle racer. He competed in the FIM Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Championships from 1961 to 1976. Read is notable for being the first competitor to win world championships in the 125 cc, 250 cc and 500 cc classes; Read won seven World Championships, took 52 Grand Prix victories and stood on a Grand Prix podium 121 times during his professional motorcycle racing career.

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