This week on Racing Back, Nick Harris and Julian Ryder welcome one of the true icons of motorcycle racing, Wayne Gardner – Australia's first 500cc Motorcycle World Champion.

Known for his fearless riding and refreshingly honest opinions, Wayne joins Nick and Jules for an enthralling conversation covering the triumphs and disappointments of competing at the very highest level of Grand Prix racing. From winning the World Championship to the challenges of defending it, he offers remarkable insight into what it takes to succeed in one of the world's toughest sports.

Wayne also reflects on his years with Honda, the riders he competed against, and the moments that defined his legendary career. His trademark candour and humour make this one of the most revealing and entertaining Racing Back interviews to date.

Packed with unforgettable stories, fascinating insight and plenty of laughs, this is an episode every MotoGP fan should hear.

Check Out Wayne's Website: https://www.waynegardner.com/

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Racing Back is the MotoGP podcast hosted by Nick Harris and Julian Ryder, featuring legendary riders, world champions, journalists and paddock insiders sharing stories, opinions and insights from the world of MotoGP and motorcycle racing.

This week on Racing Back, Nick Harris and Julian Ryder are joined by legendary Grand Prix race mechanic Stu Shenton, whose career in motorcycle racing began before he had even left school.

Over the decades, Stu has worked with some of the sport's biggest names, helping to win World Championships with Kawasaki, Honda and Suzuki while experiencing the highs and lows of life inside the Grand Prix paddock.

Described by Matt Oxley as "a man with plenty of tales to tell," Stu certainly lives up to that reputation as he shares fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from a lifetime spent at the heart of motorcycle racing.

There was simply too much to fit into one episode, making this the first part of a fascinating two-part conversation with one of the paddock's true characters.

In this episode

• Stu Shenton's remarkable career in motorcycle racing
• Working as a race mechanic from a young age
• Winning World Championships with Kawasaki, Honda and Suzuki

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Racing Back is the MotoGP podcast hosted by Nick Harris and Julian Ryder, featuring legendary riders, mechanics, engineers, journalists and paddock insiders sharing stories, opinions and insights from the world of MotoGP and motorcycle racing.

This weeks episode is dedicated to Maria Costello and all women in racing.

In this episode of Racing Back, Nick Harris and Julian Ryder are joined by filmmaker and documentary producer Maria Köpf for a thought-provoking conversation about the role of women in MotoGP and Grand Prix motorcycle racing.

Maria discusses her forthcoming documentary and the fascinating stories that inspired it, highlighting the women whose passion, determination and contributions have helped shape the sport throughout its history. Together, Nick, Jules and Maria explore a side of MotoGP that is often overlooked but is every bit as important to the championship's remarkable story.

From pioneering figures to the continuing evolution of the sport, this episode is packed with insight, history and fascinating conversation, offering a fresh perspective on the people who have helped make MotoGP what it is today.

A must-listen for anyone interested in the rich history and future of motorcycle racing.