World Final appearances
World Pairs Championship
- 1992 -
Lonigo, Pista Speedway (with Mitch Shirra / David Bargh) - 6th - 14pts
| Born | 26 March 1969 Christchurch, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Career history | |
| 1989-1994 | Newcastle Diamonds |
| 1994 | Bradford Dukes |
| 1995, 1996 | Swindon Robins |
| Individual honours | |
| 1993, 1994, 1996 | New Zealand Champion |
Mark Andrew Thorpe (born 26 March 1969) is a former speedway rider from New Zealand. [1] [2]
Thorpe is a three times champion of New Zealand, winning the New Zealand Championship in 1993, 1994 and 1996. [3]
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