John Youl (1932 – 27 September 2009) was an Australian

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driver, race track owner and prominent Tasmanian grazier. Youl was best known for his driving in open wheel racing cars during the 1950s and 1960s and by the 60's was one of the most prominent Australians of this discipline. His career highlight came in 1962 when he finished second in the

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behind international grand prix racer

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at the Caversham airfield circuit. A twice runner-up in the CAMS Gold Star for the Australian Drivers' Championship, Youl raced in the inaugural

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before stepping away from the sport as a competitor. He remained close to the sport however, developing

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on part of the family's grazing land in northern Tasmania. Youl was also a prominent member of the Tasmanian grazing community.

Career results

Complete Tasman Series results

References

1932 births 2009 deaths People educated at Launceston Church Grammar School Sportspeople from Launceston, Tasmania Racing drivers from Tasmania Tasman Series drivers

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