It is with a mixture of admiration and nostalgia that the world of road racing bids farewell to Ian Lougher, one of the most accomplished and enduring figures in the sport. On 14 October 2025, Lougher formally announced his retirement from competitive racing, bringing an end to a 42-year career that cemented his status in road racing royalty. For many fans at Aberdare Park, Lougher’s name is woven into the very fabric of the Welsh road racing scene. A multiple Welsh Open Cha