Frederick Strecker (1906–1976) was an international speedway rider from England.

Speedway career

In 1930, when riding for

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Strecker represented England against Australia. He continued to ride for Nottingham in 1933 and later from 1937 to 1938. In 1936, during the

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season he finished third in the averages and won the

title with Southampton. The following season he rode primarily for Nottingham but did also make appearances for

Hackney Wick Wolves Hackney Speedway opened in 1935 at Hackney Wick Stadium, Waterden Road, London, and operated until 1996. The team raced under various names, known as Hackney Wick Wolves, Hackney Hawks, Hackney Kestrels and London Lions. History Origins & 1 ...

during the

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season.

Personal life

His parents were German born and they changed their surname from to Streicher. After

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, Fred was a motor car and metal dealer and also promoted stock car racing.

Players cigarette cards

Strecker is listed as number 44 of 50 in the 1930s Player's

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collection.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Strecker, Fred 1906 births 1976 deaths British speedway riders Belle Vue Aces riders Southampton Saints riders Stoke Potters riders Norwich Stars riders Nottingham speedway riders Birmingham Bulldogs riders