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I'd still like to know the wording of this daft rule if possible
We're homing in on it. Now that I know FIM is to blame, it becomes clear that it was the bloody forrins who objected, in the face of egalitarianism from the Brits (ACU)
Mr Taylor (ACU) recognised that this difficulty had arisen from the ACU’s intention to admit women for the Tourist Trophy! Count Lurani stated that he did not like the idea of having women at international events. Negative publicity had arisen when female side-car passengers had been involved in accidents. The general opinion was against women taking part in road races and perhaps other speed events. But it was decided to raise the issue again at the autumn congress.
The autumn congress took place in Brussels. ..Concerning the participation of women in road races, it would go no further than side-car passengers. The fear was too great that if there were a fatal accident the publicity for the sport would be too bad.
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@mdcc_tester yes I always assumed less weight was good in the lighter classes, and that's what threw me from seeing that Pathe report above when they said she was desperately trying to put on weight. A cake eating training plan I like the sound of :)
Even though it was obviously designed to stop Beryl racing, I'd still like to know the wording of this daft rule if possible.