was a
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from Japan. Tanaka began his Grand Prix career in
1960
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with
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. He enjoyed his best season in
1962
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when he won the 125cc
Nations Grand Prix
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and finished the season in sixth place in the 125cc world championship.
Teisuke Tanaka career statistics at MotoGP.com
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References
1937 births
Japanese motorcycle racers
50cc World Championship riders
125cc World Championship riders
250cc World Championship riders
Isle of Man TT riders
2015 deaths
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