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11-05-2015, 08:25 PM
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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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11-05-2015, 09:22 PM
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11-05-2015, 09:27 PM
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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......
RIP.
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11-05-2015, 09:33 PM
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That is very sad news indeed! A true pioneer and what a talent! RIP!
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12-05-2015, 07:17 AM
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Very sad, condolences to his family. I remember him racing in the 70's. RIP.
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12-05-2015, 08:45 AM
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Very sad. RIP Frank, condolences to his family.
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12-05-2015, 06:47 PM
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Rip Frank.. I grew up watching him in the 70's ..
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RIP Frank Matich
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