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14 Aug 2009, 10:07 (Ref:2521276)
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Australian Story August 17
He was a touring car driver and a sports car driver but is better known for other racing exploits.
One of the most accomplished Australians of the 20th century, Sir Jack Brabham. I'm sure you'll all tune in to this consistently excellent Australian documentary series next week. |
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14 Aug 2009, 11:57 (Ref:2521316)
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Thanks for the reminder
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14 Aug 2009, 23:25 (Ref:2521629)
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thanks for the tip Falcadore , will check it out
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cheers for thew tip, will definatly tune in.
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16 Aug 2009, 09:48 (Ref:2522236)
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I am looking forward to this.
Sir Jack is one of Australia's greatest ever sporting ambassadors and it is long overdue that his illustrious career is updated and showcased. The man is a legend. It is also worth looking at his episode on ABC TV Talking Heads about a year or so ago. I think it can be viewed on the ABC website with a bit of searching. |
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17 Aug 2009, 10:30 (Ref:2522865)
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17 Aug 2009, 11:13 (Ref:2522900)
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It was a nice story... Sir Jack was obviously ahead of his time, with the courage, strength, intelligence and class to carry himself across the world then, and now.
He does look frail though.. so many days a week being hooked up to dialysis but he doesnt seem to complain about his lot in life Not sure why they didnt celebrate the 50 years since his WDC win though at the AGP... perhaps the organisers figured they couldnt turn a profit from it 
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17 Aug 2009, 12:44 (Ref:2522953)
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A true all Australian Legend. When will we realise exactlly what we have here, as said by Phil Kerr on the show tonight.
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Was interesting trying to explain who Jack was to a 9yo and what he did in the sport I'm making sure said 9yo enjoys watching. |
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18 Aug 2009, 08:49 (Ref:2523531)
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If you missed this and want to watch it it's on ABC catch up...
http://www.abc.net.au/iview/#/catchup |
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18 Aug 2009, 09:45 (Ref:2523562)
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...on again tonight at 8pm (yes in about 15 min) on ABC2 for those that missed it.
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Was a brilliant episode - Jack is a living treasure & it is hard to believe why nothing happened at Albert Park
 . Would love to ask Mr Walker why his "ar$e kissing" corporation showed no respect to Jack...Hopefully Alan Jones & V8 Supercar can put something on at the Gold Coast "Super GP" event... |
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18 Aug 2009, 11:29 (Ref:2523618)
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I've always been aware of the exploits of Sir Jack thanks to my father and grandfather, and knew a reasonable amount of information about him - and of course, admired he was/is the only driver/manufacturer to win.
But, what I was not aware of is how amazingly humble and gracious the man is. The man is not only a living treasure, but a true and sincere role model for all aspiring young Australians (yes, not just drivers!!). While I can understand that in this day and age of the commercial monster that Bernard may not have wanted to sacrifice time for his BMW paid-for "Time test" at the AGP, I truly hope that at one of our larger events, we can honour the man. Be it A1GP, Bathurst (how good would it be to see a replica BT19 or Cooper zip around!!!!) or even maybe the Muscle Car Masters,the man and event deserves to be marked! Once again, Australian Story has given an amazing background to a truly remarkable story - Well done, ABC! |
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18 Aug 2009, 11:50 (Ref:2523632)
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Well Worth my 8 cents !
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19 Aug 2009, 02:05 (Ref:2524085)
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And he was still a winning Grand Prix driver at 44 years old.That Albert Park outfit should lower their heads in shame as to the lack of coverage Sir Jack got this year.
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Happy David Thexton Day, 21st March 2003 “I am not uncertain” - Dollar Bill Stern, Billions “Fear stimulates my imagination” - Don Draper, Mad Men “Everybody Lies” - Dr Gregory House, House “Trust But Verify” - Commissioner Frank Reagan, Blue Bloods
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19 Aug 2009, 03:36 (Ref:2524115)
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Sir Jack is one of the true greats and a fine Gentleman to boot. One of the great pleasures of doing In Pit Lane over the years has been the opportunity to interview him several times.
He is always charming, though he doesn't suffer fools gladly. The snub by the GP corp to Sir Jack was a disgrace and the sad fact is they still don't get it. He's worshipped overseas, and when we were at Goodwood a few years back his presence was the source of great interest with long queues lining up to get his autograph. He still takes a great interest in the sport and despite his recent battles with ill health he has a great attitude. We got to chase him around Sandown about 14 years ago with a camera as he drove his Repco Brabham (without a helmet). Going up the back straight watching him behind the wheel with the wind blowing though his hair the guy was the epitome of cool. Sadly the original footage has been lost but I still have the VHS working dub and it's a great shot. |
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I mean lets face it motorsport not only here but o/s would look a lot different if it wasnt for Sir Jack |
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19 Aug 2009, 04:36 (Ref:2524128)
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You would have considered that Repco might have seen some mileage in it...
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GTR, despite several changes of hands, you are dead right. They are no longer in the engine market, but they could have made some ground up on SCA with a nice campaign.... Maybe they will wait until 2016 and the 50th aniversary of "Their" WCC and WDC win....
It's kinda of sad.... I can remember the footage of the ARDC tribute to Brockie in 97, a low key event that was still classy. There are some things that "business" shouldn't have a fingerprint on.... Oh, for the old days... Maybe the most fitting tribute would be to call the Gold Star from this year the Sir Jack Trophy for Australian Open Wheel Driving Champion - even if only for this year... |
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Goodonya Sir Jack
I thoroughly enjoyed the show and liked seeing the man himself having some fun under trying circumstances.
As for Aussies getting off their collective duffs to honour someone who has achieved much...forget it...most Aussies are too wrapped up in our own urine and impotence or amassing "things". Sad really... |
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A fantastic story by the ABC, on a true Australian champion.
A very rare combination to find a top driver, respected engineer and also a businessman in the one package. |
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It will be repeated at 12:30pm on Saturday on ABC1 for those who missed it.
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