Personal information | |
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Full name | Russell Williams |
Born | London, United Kingdom | 14 April 1961
Team information | |
Discipline | Road and track |
Role | Rider, coach & commentator |
Rider type | Sprinter |
Professional teams | |
1989 | Ever Ready |
1990 | Ever Ready - Halfords |
1991–1994 | Geoffrey Butler |
1995 | Geoffrey Butler - Lusso |
1996 | Ambrosia Desserts |
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