In April 1971 the Rogue’s Gallery in The Blower (Official organ of the WPMC) said the first impression of Denis Joubert gives one the idea of a quiet little fellow who would not say boo to a goose. On getting to know him one realizes that it is only the total absence of suitable geese which prevents Denis from saying boo.
Then 36 years of age he was an architect, administrative secretary of the WPMC as well as Chairman, married with a young family and the WP Sports Car Champion!
Starting off with an MGTD in 1957 he quickly progressed to a Morgan before the Cherie Crisp GSM Dart appeared. Winning the 1969 Roy Hesketh 6 Hour with Clarry Taylor in his immaculately prepared Chevron BMW B8 was considered his greatest achievement and his love for endurance racing saw a success in the Cape 2 Hour.
The Killarney International Raceway stands as representation of his life long dedication to local motorsport and at the age of just 90 the only regret might be having sold that incredible Chevron B16!
Denis Joubert will always be the man that built Killarney
Thank You
Published by: Patrick Vermaak
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