Georg Hack, speedway legend and Landshut Devils icon, dies at 76

Georg Hack, a prominent figure in German speedway, has passed away at the age of 76. The Landshut Devils club announced the news via social media, honoring him as a central figure in the history of German motorsport.

Hack was a highly accomplished rider, earning two bronze medals at the World Team Championships representing West Germany. His individual achievements included one silver and two bronze medals at the German national championships, and he reached the 1982 Individual World Championship final in Los Angeles, where he finished eleventh.

Beyond his racing career, Hack served the Landshut Devils as a first-team coach and a youth coach, where he was noted for mentoring young talents. The club described him as the “heart and soul” of the organization, praising his fighting spirit and modest character during the golden era of AC Landshut.