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The Great Train Robbery’s Shocking Formula 1 Connection
49 minutes Posted Aug 4, 2025 at 7:00 am.
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This week, for our 300th episode, we dive into the wild story of Roy James — the racing driver who helped pull off Britain’s most famous heist, the Great Train Robbery. From a Brabham on the track to a Jaguar Mk2 on the run, we explore how a train heist nearly turned into a Formula 1 career. Plus, we uncover the little-known F1 trophy still tied to his legacy.
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