The pennants, scarves, plates & certficates - 9
ITEM N° 562
GILMORE Graeme (AUS)
(29.06.1945)
His winner’s sash from the 1967 Launceston Six Days
Graeme Gilmore was one of Australia’s leading track cycling specialists during the 1960s and 1970s. Fast, resilient and spectacular, he particularly excelled in American-style races and Six Day events.
After winning the Latrobe Wheel Race in 1963, Graeme Gilmore continued to make his mark on Australia’s velodromes. His skills as a track cyclist quickly enabled him to compete with the best riders in his country.
In 1967, partnering his compatriot Sidney Patterson, he won the Launceston Six Day Race in Tasmania. This victory marked a significant milestone in his career and preceded the many successes he would go on to achieve in European velodromes.
The item on display is the winner’s sash presented to Graeme Gilmore on the occasion of this victory. Made from a golden-coloured satin fabric, it bears the inscription ‘Launceston Six Day Race Winner 1967’ as well as the names ‘G. Gilmore – S. Patterson’. Adorned with a decorative pattern and finished with fringes, the scarf shows creases, wrinkles and a patina that bear witness to its age. These signs of ageing have been preserved and contribute to its historical value.
A handwritten dedication by Graeme Gilmore appears directly on the fabric: ‘To Noël Grégoire, with best wishes, Graeme Gilmore’. This personal inscription confirms the item’s provenance and highlights the link between the Australian champion and the collection.
The photograph shows Graeme Gilmore taking a lap of honour around the track, his arm raised in a gesture of victory. It captures the festive atmosphere of Australian cycling events and places the scarf in the context of his early major successes.
On display in the Virtual Cycling Museum – Noël GREGOIRE Collections, this scarf preserves the memory of Graeme Gilmore and Sidney Patterson’s victory at the 1967 Launceston Six Days, a landmark success that launched the Australian track cyclist’s international career.
ITEM N° 563
GILMORE Graeme (AUS)
(29.06.1945)
His winner’s sash from the first Panton Memorial Road Race in 1964
Graeme Gilmore was one of Australia’s leading cycling specialists during the 1960s and 1970s. A fast, powerful and enduring rider, he excelled in both road races and major track events.
Following his victory in the Latrobe Wheel Race in 1963, Graeme Gilmore quickly demonstrated the qualities that would enable him to enjoy a remarkable international career. He achieved his first successes whilst still a very young rider.
In 1964, he won the first edition of the Panton Memorial Road Race, an Australian competition organised in memory of Panton. This victory was one of the standout achievements of his early career.
The item on display is the winner’s sash presented to Graeme Gilmore on the occasion of this victory. Made from red satin fabric and finished with long fringes, it bears the inscription ‘Panton Memorial Road Race 1964’ in gold lettering. The lower part of the sash states that it was presented by Eric Collins Esq. A decorative gold-plated metal motif also adorns the upper part, reflecting the honourable and ceremonial nature of this award. The creases, patina and slight wear to the fabric bear witness to the piece’s age. Preserved in their original condition, these signs of ageing contribute to its authenticity and documentary value.
The photograph shows Graeme Gilmore giving his all on the track. Although the sash commemorates a road race victory, this image highlights the rider’s versatility and the brilliant track cycling career he would go on to enjoy in Australian and European velodromes.
Featured in the Virtual Cycling Museum – Noël GREGOIRE Collections, this scarf preserves the memory of Graeme Gilmore’s victory in the first Panton Memorial Road Race in 1964 and bears witness to the promising start to his career.
ITEM N° 468
GILMORE Graeme (AUS) (29.06.1945)
Silver plate for Best Sprinter ‘World of Sport Trophy’ – Wembley 1974
Graeme Gilmore was one of Australia’s leading track cycling specialists during the 1960s and 1970s. A fast, resilient and spectacular rider, he spent the bulk of his career competing in European velodromes.
Having settled in Europe to pursue his professional career, he took part in numerous American-style races and Six Day events. His skills as a track cyclist enabled him to compete with the best international specialists of his era. The year 1974 marked a significant period in his career. Graeme Gilmore took part in the London Six Days, held at Wembley Arena under the sponsorship of the Skol beer brand.
The item on display is the silver commemorative ‘World of Sport Trophy’ plate presented to Graeme Gilmore at Wembley in 1974. It serves as a testament to the awards presented to riders at major British cycling events. Circular in shape and edged with decorative relief motifs, the plate bears the engraved inscriptions ‘Skol 6 Day’, ‘World of Sport Trophy’ and ‘Wembley 1974’. The scratches and patina visible on its surface bear witness to its age and history.
Graeme Gilmore won several Six-Day races during his career and established himself as one of the Australian track cyclists most beloved by European audiences.
On display in the Virtual Cycling Museum – Noël GREGOIRE Collections, this silver plate serves as a memento of Graeme Gilmore’s participation in the 1974 London Six Days and his brilliant career on European velodromes.
