Johnny Ralph

John William Ralph (1931-1984), was a male cyclist who competed for England.

Johnny Ralph
Personal information
Nationality England
Born6 October 1931
Hammersmith
Died11 July 1984 (aged 52)
Poole

Cycling career

He represented England in the 10 miles scratch at the 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Cardiff, Wales.[1][2] He suffered a puncture during the race which ended any hopes of gaining a medal.[3]

Around 1949 he joined the Polytechnic “Poly” cycling club based at Herne Hill and Paddington. He later wished to ride for the Clarion Cycling Club but the Polytechnic Club demanded the repayment of a donation which ultimately led to the Cycling Union banning him from racing but he continued to train younger cyclists at Palmer Park, Reading.[3]

Personal life

During a holiday on 8 July 1984, Johnny and his eldest son Stephen were involved in cycling accident with a car and caravan, Johnny was severely injured and died in hospital on 11 July 1984.[3]

References
  1. "Athletes and results". Commonwealth Games Federation.
  2. "1958 Athletes". Team England.
  3. "Johnny Ralph - Socialist & Champion Cyclist". Hayes Peoples History.


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