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Bob Mac. 50 years before John McGuinness broke the 130 mph barrier
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Bob Mac. 50 years before John McGuinness broke the 130 mph barrier
50 years before John McGuinness broke the 130 mph barrier, Bob McIntyre took this 500 Gilera to unknown heights with the first ton lap. Bob won both Junior and Senior TT in 1957, his only other TT win was the 1959 Formula One 500cc race
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In this print from BikeSport TT Race Pics, we are transported back in time to witness the remarkable achievements of Bob McIntyre. Fifty years before John McGuinness broke the 130 mph barrier, McIntyre was already pushing boundaries with his incredible skills on a 500 Gilera motorcycle. Captured in this momentous image is McIntyre's groundbreaking feat - the first-ever ton lap. With sheer determination and unparalleled talent, he propelled himself and his trusty Gilera to unknown heights, leaving spectators in awe of his speed and precision. McIntyre's triumph extended beyond just one race; he went on to secure victory in both the Junior and Senior TT races during the unforgettable year of 1957. It was an extraordinary display of dominance that solidified his place among racing legends. While this may have been his only other TT win apart from the 1959 Formula One 500cc race, McIntyre's legacy remains indelible. His name will forever be associated with courage, skill, and a relentless pursuit of excellence within the world of motorcycle racing. This print serves as a poignant reminder not only of McIntyre's historic accomplishments but also as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire to push limits. It stands as a tribute to an era when true pioneers like Bob Mac paved the way for future generations of racers seeking their own moments of glory on two wheels.
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