Brian Havelock

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Robert Brian Havelock (born 9 May 1942 in Yarm, Yorkshire ) is a former motorcycle speedway rider and is the former promoter of the Redcar Bears.

Career

Havelock began his British leagues career with Teesside Teessiders in 1972 before joining Berwick Bandits, where he raced for two seasons form 1973 to 1974. Havelock won the National League Pairs, partnering Tom Owen for the Newcastle Diamonds during the 1975 New National League season. He opened his own training school at Workington. After his riding career, he managed the Newcastle Diamonds.

Family

His son Gary Havelock was the 1992 World Champion.

After Speedway

Since retiring, worked as a Heating Engineer. Married to Marjorie, they have two children, Lisa and Gary. Enjoys competition fishing.

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