Fred Strecker

Frederick Strecker was an international speedway rider from England.

Speedway career

In 1930, when riding for Nottingham Strecker represented England against Australia. He continued to ride for Nottingham in 1933 and later from 1937 to 1938.
In 1936, during the 1936 Provincial Speedway League season he finished third in the averages and won the 1936 Provincial Speedway League title with Southampton. The following season he rode primarily for Nottingham but did also make appearances for Hackney Wick Wolves during the 1937 Speedway National League season.

Personal life

His parents were German born and they changed their surname from to Streicher. After World War II, Fred was a motor car and metal dealer and also promoted stock car racing.

Players cigarette cards

Strecker is listed as number 44 of 50 in the 1930s Player's cigarette card collection.