Robert Ritchie (racing driver)

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Robert Ritchie was a Hong Kong racecar driver who won the Macau Grand Prix in 1955. At the time of his win, he was a sergeant in the Royal Air Force. [1]

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References

  1. "The history of the Macau Grand Prix - 虎扑体育论坛". wap.hupu.com. Archived from the original on 2016-03-04.
Sporting positions
Preceded by Macau Grand Prix
Winner

1955
Succeeded by