Many people still remember the feats of Blair Morgan at the center of the Yvon-Duhamel circuit. And it is not for nothing; the famous number 7c has marked the imagination of amateurs with his style and way of attacking moguls. Multitime champion at Grand Prix Ski-Doo de Valcourt (GPSV), the crowd favourite will make the crowd happy once again as he will stop in town for the celebrations of the 40th anniversary.
Blair Morgan has found success wherever he has gone. And Valcourt is no exception. He multiplied the victories at an event he enjoyed and where he felt at home on his yellow and black machine.
“Being Canadian, I felt a little more energy going there,” notes the main person concerned. It was tough when I was with a different brand, but when I switched to Ski-Doo I felt right at home. I think I won all the Pro Open finals I participated in. “
During his years of competition, Blair Morgan fought heated battles against Toni Haikonen, Chris Vincent and of course, Tucker Hibbert. But he also teamed up with Carl Kuster and Steve Taylor, two GPSV regulars. Moments that are deeply engraved in the memory of the athlete born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
“I have so many good memories with my teammates,” he admits. We traveled together for months. I was always pumped up when they had good results! “
Willing to do anything to win
The one who revolutionized snocross with his showmanship and his way of driving has always been more than dedicated to getting on the top step of the podium. This is what allowed him to be the best in the world for so long and to be immortalized in the Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame, the Snowmobile Hall of Fame, but also on the Grand Prix Wall of Honor.
“It was such a passion for me that I devoted everything to the race,” he says. I put everything on the line every time. So many people have helped me over the years. It’s hard to name just one person. I was lucky to have a great career. […] I loved the competition, but also the victory! “
Blair Morgan’s impact in the motorsport community is not going to be forgotten anytime soon. The one nicknamed “Superman” is still the idol of many enthusiasts. And his influence in the world of snocross, he only realized later in his career.
“I didn’t realize it at the time because everything was going very fast,” he says. Today when I go to the races I meet so many people who are still fans! Even some weren’t born when I was running. Standing style and aggressiveness was not something present in the sport of snocross at this time. I am proud to have contributed to the change in the design of the snowmobile. »
Still involved in the race
Blair Morgan returned to competition a few years ago after being sidelined for a long time due to his serious accident. Fans could see him perform, this time, in an adapted snowbike class during the X-Games, an event where he was so successful.
“It was great to race at the X-Games again,” says Morgan. It was a tough and intense competition. I always have fun and that’s what is most important. Hope to be able to return soon. “
And that’s not all, the Canadian athlete has also shared his knowledge with the next generation in recent seasons. A role of mentor that he greatly appreciates.
“Being involved with the Ski-Doo team is something I want to continue,” he explains. It’s really cool to see some of my influence being passed on to the runners. It started when I was asked to help Tim Tremblay and then the whole team. I always want to take this to the next level. “
Blair Morgan expects to be present in February, the celebrations of the40th anniversary of GPSV. He will make the trip to Valcourt, where he has lifted the crowds and waved the checkered flag so often on the track.
“I’ll be there,” he says. I’m looking forward to it ! “