Nationality Spanish Name Joan Garriga | Role Motorcycle Racer Active years 1993 | |
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Died August 27, 2015, Barcelona, Spain | ||
Joan garriga motociclismo mundial 500 cc 1990 1991 1992
Joan Garriga Vilaresau (29 March 1963 – 27 August 2015) was a Spanish Grand Prix motorcycle road racer. He was known for his aggressive riding style. Together with Sito Pons, he helped to forge the path for Spanish riders in the World Championship’s premier class.
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- Joan garriga motociclismo mundial 500 cc 1990 1991 1992
- Joan garriga son leyenda espa ol castellano
- Motorcycle Grand Prix results
- References
Garriga had his best year in 1988, when he won three races and finished second in the 250cc world championship to Pons. In 1990, he moved up to the 500cc class but failed to repeat his successes in the 250 class. He also competed in the Superbike World Championship in 1993.
In 1998, Garriga was arrested and charged with drug trafficking and possessing illegal weapons. When the case came to trial, he was given a two-year sentence. Court-obtained medical records showed that he had been regularly taking drugs during his motorcycle racing career.
Garriga died due to injuries suffered in a street bike accident in August 2015.
Joan garriga son leyenda espa ol castellano
Motorcycle Grand Prix results
Points system from 1969 to 1987:
Points system from 1988 to 1992:
(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; races in italics indicate fastest lap)