Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Sam Ermolenko has announced his retirement 23-years after making his British debut.
The 1993 world champion will stage a farewell meeting at his former club Wolverhampton next March after a glittering career.
He said: "It's going to be a big occasion. Everyone knows I don't do things by half, I always try and do things properly and I want to ensure everyone has a great time.
Hometown: Cypress, CA & Milton Keynes, England
Occupation: Speedway Racer
Birthdate: 11-23-60
Wife: Shelley
Children: Jennifer & Adam
Brother: Dukie Ermolenko
Started Speedway: 1980
Bike: Jawa
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Photo from Gary Roberts
Note: Speedway Grand Prix television analyst
1993 World Champion
4-time World Team Cup Champion (1990, 1992-94)
1992 World Pairs Champion
1993-94 U.S. National Champion
1988 California State Champion
USA - Costa Mesa, Glen Helen, Victorville, Ventura, Ascot (1/4 mile), Ascot (1/2 mile), Ascot (South Bay), San Bernardino (IMS), Auburn