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Drivers practice on new Crystal Palace track. Drivers had their first practice
Drivers practice on new Crystal Palace track.
Drivers had their first practice on the new Crystal Palace road racing circuit of the opening by Earl Howe. There were two mishaps, H J W Appleton going over the top at Stadium corner and Raymond Mays running of the track owing to wheel locking at the same spot.
Photo shows, cars rounding a bend in practice on the new track.
22 April 1937
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Media ID 11217765
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This print takes us back to the thrilling era of road racing in the 1930s. It captures a momentous occasion at the new Crystal Palace track, where drivers were eagerly practicing for their upcoming races. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as these skilled racers navigate their powerful cars around a bend on the freshly laid circuit. The opening of this prestigious racing venue by Earl Howe marked an important milestone in motorsport history. However, it wasn't without its share of excitement and mishaps. Two daring incidents occurred during this practice session - H J W Appleton went over the top at Stadium corner, while Raymond Mays experienced wheel locking and ran off the track at the same treacherous spot. In this monochrome snapshot frozen in time, we witness both the grace and danger that accompanied these high-speed pursuits. The vintage cars exude elegance as they lean into each turn, leaving trails of dust behind them. This image serves as a testament to the bravery and skill possessed by these early race car drivers who fearlessly pushed themselves to their limits on this challenging course. Preserved through Europeana photography archives, this remarkable piece from Planet News offers us a glimpse into an era when speed was king and adrenaline coursed through every driver's veins. It stands as a reminder of how far motorsport has come since those pioneering days while honoring those who paved the way for modern-day racing enthusiasts worldwide.
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