KING OF THE CINDERS

KING OF THE CINDERS

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The video covers the 1963 World Speedway Championship at Wembley, highlighting the intense competition among international riders. Peter Craven, the reigning champion, faces setbacks with two crashes, ultimately exiting the race. The focus shifts to Fundin, who, despite injuries, secures the championship title for the third time. The video concludes with Fundin's victory lap, cheered by the crowd.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is highlighted as one of the toughest and fastest forms of competition racing?

Le Mans 24 Hours

Formula 1

World Speedway Championship

Tour de France

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unfortunate event happened to Peter Craven during the race?

He was disqualified

He fell and remounted his machine

He won the race

He set a new record

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ultimately happened to Peter Craven in the race?

He was out of the running due to a crash

He finished second

He set a new lap record

He won the championship

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the 1963 World Speedway Championship?

Peter Craven

Charlie Drake

Fundin

A local rider

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite what injuries did Fundin compete and win the championship?

A sprained ankle and wrist

A concussion and bruised ribs

A broken foot and collarbone

A broken arm and leg