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Old 11-05-2015, 09:25 PM   #1
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Default RIP Frank Matich

It has been reported on some forums that Australian former racing car driver and constructor Frank Matich passed away earlier this evening. He had been ill for some time following complications from knee surgery.
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Old 11-05-2015, 10:22 PM   #2
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http://www.speedcafe.com/2015/05/11/...k-matich-dies/
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Old 11-05-2015, 10:27 PM   #3
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Another legend gone. Frank Matich could have been anything in the motor racing world. It's a tragedy he never went to Europe, what might have been......

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Old 11-05-2015, 10:33 PM   #4
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That is very sad news indeed! A true pioneer and what a talent! RIP!
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Old 12-05-2015, 08:17 AM   #5
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Very sad, condolences to his family. I remember him racing in the 70's. RIP.
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Old 12-05-2015, 09:45 AM   #6
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Very sad. RIP Frank, condolences to his family.
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Old 12-05-2015, 07:47 PM   #7
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Rip Frank.. I grew up watching him in the 70's ..
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