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Former Australian GP chief Ron Walker dies aged 78
Ron Walker, the former chief of the Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 race, has died at the age of 78 following a long-running battle with cancer. Walker took over as the head of the Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC) AGPC in 1993, three years before moving the F1 race from Adelaide to Melbourne, and was a key businessman in managing sporting events in Melbourne, as well as enjoying interests in media outlets and a political career. Walker enjoyed a close relationship with former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone before retiring from his role after the 2015 grand prix at Albert Park. The Confederation of Australian Motor Sport (CAMS) said it was "saddened to learn of the passing of...
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