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Images from Newcastle F1 Superboats

by Bob Maxwell on 17 Jun 2008
Grant Trask, flying right on the edge! - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 Theo Spykers
Sydney sports action photographer Theo Spykers shoots auto-racing, yacht racing and powerboat racing. His Jet sprint action shots are world renowned.

He follows the F1 Superboat circuit around the nation. Here are some of his shots from last weekend's action in Newcastle.


A well deserved Newcastle podium finish for Macca - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers
A well deserved Newcastle podium finish for Macca - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers



0069wi - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers
0069wi - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers



Rhys Cole pulling about 4G’s through a turn! - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers
Rhys Cole pulling about 4G’s through a turn! - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers



Rhys Cole - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers
Rhys Cole - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers



Team Vella’s Round 3 win....3 wins from 3 starts! - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers
Team Vella’s Round 3 win....3 wins from 3 starts! - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers



Kicking serious butt..... with 3 wins from 3 starts in the F2 Class, Grant Trask is an absolute inspiration despite his handicap! - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers
Kicking serious butt..... with 3 wins from 3 starts in the F2 Class, Grant Trask is an absolute inspiration despite his handicap! - F1 Superboats Newcastle June 2008 © Theo Spykers





Theo Spykers
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Phone/Fax: 02 9668 9994, Mobile: 0418 621116
E-mail: theo.spykers(at)bigpond.com

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