Eric Collins (speedway rider)

Eric Francis Collins (5 October 1910 – 23 February 1954) was an Australian international motorcycle speedway rider who rode in the early days of speedway in the United Kingdom.

[1][2] Collins rode for Lea Bridge during the 1931 Speedway Southern League.

In 1932, he then switched to Plymouth Tigers, after the formation of the National League.

[4] After staying in Australia for two seasons he joined Wimbledon Dons[5] and rode for them from 1935 to 1939.

[6] Collins is listed as number 9 of 50 in the 1930s Player's cigarette card collection.