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Stunt driver Mick Stirrups comes down to earth with a crash after tying to leap over
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Stunt driver Mick Stirrups comes down to earth with a crash after tying to leap over
Stunt driver Mick Stirrups comes down to earth with a crash after tying to leap over twenty four cars. The 35-year-old nose dived into the wrecks on the end of the line, watched by 2000 people at Thanet Raceway, Manston, Kent. Stirrups was out to smash the UK record (nineteen cars) and equal the world record (twenty four). 9th July 1978
Peter Powell
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
DM 78 3446
Media ID 21844630
© Mirrorpix
Crash Driver Ford Zodiac Stunt World Record 1978
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In this print captured by Peter Powell, we witness the heart-stopping moment when stunt driver Mick Stirrups defies gravity and attempts to leap over an astounding twenty-four cars. However, fate had a different plan for Stirrups as he comes crashing down to earth with a thunderous impact, nose-diving into the wrecks at Thanet Raceway in Manston, Kent. The adrenaline-fueled spectacle unfolded on the 9th of July in 1978 and drew a crowd of two thousand eager spectators who eagerly awaited Stirrups' audacious feat. Determined to shatter the UK record of leaping over nineteen cars and match the world record set at twenty-four, Stirrups fearlessly embarked on his daredevil mission. As the roaring engines filled the air and anticipation reached its peak, all eyes were fixed on Stirrups as he soared through the air. Yet, despite his valiant efforts and unwavering determination, luck was not on his side that day. The deafening crash echoed throughout Thanet Raceway as car parts scattered across the track. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability in pursuit of extraordinary achievements. It encapsulates an era where daring stunts like these captivated audiences seeking thrills and excitement. And while Mick Stirrups may not have achieved his intended triumph that day, his courageous spirit will forever be etched in history alongside this unforgettable moment from 1978's motor entertainment scene.
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