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Obituary: Special Saloons star Tony Sugden dies aged 91
Throughout his impressive four-decade racing career from 1965 to 2003, the Doncaster auto electrician excelled, winning around 220 races in Special Saloons/GT events and securing numerous class victories and championships in cars maintained by himself, family, and friends. Sugden’s tenacity and Yorkshire ingenuity allowed him to stretch limited funds to the maximum, making him a formidable yet supportive competitor. Alongside his devoted wife Rose, who actively supported him in various roles, Sugden transitioned from motorcycle racing to cars, achieving notable success in vehicles like the Lotus Cortina and his iconic Escort. Despite facing challenges with different cars over the years, Sugden’s determination led to multiple victories and championships, culminating in a successful racing career that extended into his mid-eighties before his retirement in 2003. Apart from his racing achievements, Sugden’s legacy lives on through his nephew Gary and grandnephew Ryan, who continue to follow in his footsteps in the world of motor engineering and racing.
