[3] He rode primarily for the Eastbourne Eagles[4] and the White City Rebels, who won the British League in 1977.

[5] On 8 June 1979 he was paralysed whilst riding for Eastbourne at Hackney Wick Stadium, Waterden Road.

Harding was killed and Weatherley was left with a broken back.

[6] His nephew, Lee Richardson (1979-2012) was an international speedway rider.

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