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Old 12-09-2016, 10:59 PM   #1
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Unhappy Ken Sparkes RIP

I remember him doing the channel 9 telecasts of the F1 Grand Prix races in the 1980s.

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Old 13-09-2016, 12:10 AM   #2
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RIP old mate..
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Old 13-09-2016, 05:40 AM   #3
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He was great to listen to and the modern crop of motor sport commentators could still learn a thing or two from him.

Our sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

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Old 13-09-2016, 08:19 AM   #4
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Wow, time is moving on :(.
Sad to see this, rip, he was a genuine nice media person compared to the egotists that have have followed.
Condolences.
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Very sad... Besides F1, I clearly remember him on 3UZ doing his Hit Parade way back in the 60s. Unforgettable voice! RIP Sparksie
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RIP did not recognise the name recognized the face
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Old 14-09-2016, 07:22 PM   #7
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