The 2001 Australian Individual Speedway Championship was held at the

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on 3 February. Former World #3

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won his second Australian Championship after defeating defending champion

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finished third after defeating

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in a runoff, while Shane Parker defeated fellow

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riders Brett Woodifield and Nigel Sadler in a runoff to claim the final spot in the Overseas Final.

2001 Australian Solo Championship

* 3 February 2001 * Murray Bridge -

* Referee: * Qualification: The top five riders go through to the ''Overseas Final'' in

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