Former champion Ron Grenda chose Round 8 of the bums on seats series for his first race in 40 years.
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Grenda set out with co-marker Mollie Fraser and together they ran down the other 28 starters.
Fraser described her ride as an armchair outing as Grenda showed he had lost none of his considerable skills.
At the finish line he graciously allowed the lady to take the victory in what organisers described as a show of true sportsmanship.
Belinda Mason put in a fine ride for third place, joining young Amy Wright in the lead of the ladies series with two rounds remaining.
Andrew Margison put in a top ride for fastest time in his return from injury.
In his first race, Mario D'Allessandro was a delighted fifth overall.
Results: Mollie Fraser 1st, Ron Grenda 2nd, Belinda Mason 3rd, Ward Totham 4th, Mario D'Allessandro 5th, Tony Savage 6th, Bob Mason 7th. Fastest Andrerw Margison 1st, Oscar Davie 2nd, Hamish Finn 3rd.
