Jack Jerome Ahearn (8 October 1924 – 10 April 2017) was an Australian Grand Prix

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road racer. His best season was in

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when he won the 500cc

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and finished second to

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in the 500cc world championship. On 16 January 2001, Ahearn was awarded the

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for his achievements. Ahearn died on 10 April 2017 in Ballina.

Motorcycle Grand Prix results

( key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; races in italics indicate fastest lap)

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Ahearn, Jack 1924 births 2017 deaths Australian motorcycle racers Motorcycle racers from Sydney 125cc World Championship riders 350cc World Championship riders 500cc World Championship riders Isle of Man TT riders Place of birth missing Recipients of the Australian Sports Medal