Daryl Beattie

Australian motorcycle racer and winner

Daryl Beattie - Australian motorcycle racer and winner
Born

September 26th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Competed in the World Motorcycle Racing Championship during the 1990s. Achieved significant success in the 500cc class. Won the Australian Superbike Championship. Retired from professional racing but continued to contribute to the sport through commentary and promotional activities.

Won the Australian Superbike Championship in 1992

Achieved a podium finish in the 500cc World Championship

Competed for teams like Suzuki and Yamaha

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