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Race Collection (page 100)

"Race: A Kaleidoscope of Speed, Skill, and Passion" From the neon frontage at Walthamstow Dog Racing Stadium to the Monaco Grand Prix Poster of 1957

Background imageRace Collection: Joe Mercer - Flat race jockey

Joe Mercer - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Pat Eddery - Flat race jockey

Pat Eddery - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Princess Anne - Flat race jockey

Princess Anne - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Steve Cauthen - Flat race jockey

Steve Cauthen - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Willie Carson - Flat race jockey

Willie Carson - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Cash Asmussen - Flat race jockey

Cash Asmussen - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Greville Starkey - Flat race jockey

Greville Starkey - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Willie Shoemaker - Flat race jockey

Willie Shoemaker - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Michael and Richard Hills - Flat race jockey

Michael and Richard Hills - Flat race jockey Date: 1970s - 1980s

Background imageRace Collection: Sir Malcolm Campbell at the Brooklands pits

Sir Malcolm Campbell at the Brooklands pits
Sir Malcolm Campbell in his racing car at the Brooklands pits. 1923

Background imageRace Collection: Rudolf Caracciola on Mellaha circuit, Tripoli Grand Prix

Rudolf Caracciola on Mellaha circuit, Tripoli Grand Prix
Rudolf Caracciola on the Mellaha circuit during the Tripoli Grand Prix, driving a Mercedes, with a winning speed of 123 mph. 1935

Background imageRace Collection: Red Jenatzy, winner of Gordon Bennett Cup motor race

Red Jenatzy, winner of Gordon Bennett Cup motor race
Red Jenatzy, winner of the Gordon Bennett Cup motor race at the wheel of a 1903 Mercedes, with a speed of 49.2 mph. early 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Motor racing track course for Tripoli Grand Prix

Motor racing track course for Tripoli Grand Prix
Motor racing track course for the Tripoli Grand Prix. 1930s

Background imageRace Collection: Motor racing track course at Monza, Italy

Motor racing track course at Monza, Italy
Motor racing track course at Monza, near Milan, Italy. 1930s

Background imageRace Collection: Motor racing track course at Avus, Berlin, Germany

Motor racing track course at Avus, Berlin, Germany. 1930s

Background imageRace Collection: Motor racing track course at Alessandria, Italy

Motor racing track course at Alessandria, Italy. 1930s

Background imageRace Collection: Circuit in Reims, France for Grand Prix de la Marne

Circuit in Reims, France for Grand Prix de la Marne
Motor racing track circuit in Reims, France, for the Grand Prix de la Marne. 1930s

Background imageRace Collection: Motor racing course at Pau, France

Motor racing course at Pau, France. 1930s

Background imageRace Collection: Wild Bill Cummings, motor racing driver

Wild Bill Cummings, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Whitney Straight, motor racing driver

Whitney Straight, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Whitney Straight attempting Brooklands lap record

Whitney Straight attempting Brooklands lap record
Whitney Straight attempting to beat the Brooklands lap record in a Duesenberg. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Racing car on a wet track with cut tyres

Racing car on a wet track with cut tyres
Racing car on a wet track -- the tyres had to be specially treated with shallow cuts transversing the normal tread for extra grip. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Tommy Milton, motor racing driver

Tommy Milton, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Tim Rose-Richards, motor racing driver

Tim Rose-Richards, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Silver Bullet attempting speed record at Daytona, USA

Silver Bullet attempting speed record at Daytona, USA
The Silver Bullet, regarded as having perfect streamlining but unsuccessful in Land Speed Record attempts at Daytona, USA. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Racing cars on Promenade during the Nice Grand Prix, France

Racing cars on Promenade during the Nice Grand Prix, France
Racing cars on the Promenade during the Nice Grand Prix, South of France. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Opel rocket car in action

Opel rocket car in action
The Opel rocket car in action. After achieving high speeds, an accident resulted in the complete destruction of the machine. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Derby-Miller racing car breaking records, France

Derby-Miller racing car breaking records, France
The Derby-Miller racing car breaking records at Linas-Montlhery, France, from a drawing by F Gordon Crosby. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Tazio Nuvolari, motor racing driver

Tazio Nuvolari, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Start of a race at the Avus Track, Berlin, Germany

Start of a race at the Avus Track, Berlin, Germany
Start of a race at the Avus track, Berlin, Germany, showing the twin straights in the distance. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Start of Grand Prix of Czechoslovakia

Start of Grand Prix of Czechoslovakia
Start of the Grand Prix of Czechoslovakia. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Start of Grand Prix d Endurance at Le Mans, France

Start of Grand Prix d Endurance at Le Mans, France
Start of Grand Prix d Endurance Le Mans, France. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Start of French Grand Prix at Linas Montlhery

Start of French Grand Prix at Linas Montlhery - No. 8 is a Mercedes-Benz driven by Caracciola, No. 6 is an Alfa-Romeo driven by Varzi. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Start of a Brooklands Double-Twelve Race

Start of a Brooklands Double-Twelve Race with drivers and mechanics running to their machines. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Speed of the Wind, specially built for Eyston

Speed of the Wind, specially built for Eyston
The specially built Speed of the Wind car in which Captain G E T Eyston set many land speed records on Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, USA. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Sir Malcolm Campbell, motor racing driver

Sir Malcolm Campbell, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Sir Henry Seagrave, motor racing driver

Sir Henry Seagrave, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Rudolf Caracciola, motor racing driver

Rudolf Caracciola, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Rudolf Caracciola during record-breaking run

Rudolf Caracciola during record-breaking run
Rudolf Caracciola during a record-breaking run in a Mercedes-Benz. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: The tortoise anf the hare (chromolitho)

The tortoise anf the hare (chromolitho)
972132 The tortoise anf the hare (chromolitho) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tortoise anf the hare.); © Look and Learn

Background imageRace Collection: Motor racing drivers Henry Birkin with Malcolm Campbell

Motor racing drivers Henry Birkin with Malcolm Campbell
Motor racing drivers Sir Henry Birkin with Sir Malcolm Campbell before the start of a handicap race at Brooklands, Surrey. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Mrs Gwenda Stewart, motor racing driver

Mrs Gwenda Stewart, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Two drivers on the Monaco Grand Prix circuit

Two drivers on the Monaco Grand Prix circuit
The Monaco Grand Prix 1935, with a Maserati leading Lord Howes Bugatti on a bend. 1935

Background imageRace Collection: Luigi Fagioli, winner of the Monaco Grand Prix

Luigi Fagioli, winner of the Monaco Grand Prix
Luigi Fagioli, winner Monaco Grand Prix 1935, running down the promenade along the sea front at Monte Carlo. 1935

Background imageRace Collection: Luigi Fagioli, motor racing driver

Luigi Fagioli, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Lord Howe, motor racing driver

Lord Howe, motor racing driver. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Line-up for start of Indianapolis 500 miles race, USA

Line-up for start of Indianapolis 500 miles race, USA
Line-up of racing cars for the start of the Indianapolis 500 mile race, USA. 20th century

Background imageRace Collection: Brooklands racing circuit, Surrey

Brooklands racing circuit, Surrey
Light and shadow on the patched concrete of Brooklands racing circuit, Surrey. 20th century




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"Race: A Kaleidoscope of Speed, Skill, and Passion" From the neon frontage at Walthamstow Dog Racing Stadium to the Monaco Grand Prix Poster of 1957, it has always been a thrilling spectacle that captivates hearts worldwide. It transcends boundaries and unites people in their love for adrenaline-fueled competition. In the Olympic 400m race finish of 1924, Eric Liddell's determination shone through as he sprinted towards victory, showcasing the resilience and spirit that define races. Similarly, the image of the majestic J-class yacht Velsheda sailing close hauled in 1933 reminds us that even on water, speed becomes an art form. Cycling enthusiasts witnessed Lance Armstrong and yellow jersey Alberto Contador battling it out in the Tour de France of 2009. Their relentless pursuit for triumph symbolized how races push athletes beyond their limits both physically and mentally. The Monaco Grand Prix Poster from 1932 transports us to a time when roaring engines echoed through narrow streets—a testament to human ingenuity pushing machines to their absolute limits. The Supermarine aeroplane with its Rolls-Royce S. 6 engine takes flight into our imagination as we marvel at mankind's quest for speed above clouds. Not limited to land or air, racing also thrives on four wheels—such as the iconic Ford Escort Mk. 2 adorned with Rothmans Rally livery in 1979—exuding power and elegance simultaneously. The grandstand at Saratoga Race Course stands tall amidst lush greenery—an emblematic representation of horse racing's rich history embedded deep within New York State's landscape. Meanwhile, Greyhound Racing at White City showcases canine grace combined with lightning-fast agility—a unique form of racing where dogs become stars themselves. Finally, The Palio in Siena captures Italy's passion for horse racing intertwined with centuries-old traditions—a vibrant celebration where rival neighborhoods compete for honor and glory.