Wayne Gardner is a retired Australian motorcycle racer, born on October 11, 1961. He is best known for competing in the FIM Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix, where he achieved significant success during the 1980s and early 1990s. Gardner won the 1987 World Championship in the 500cc class, becoming the first Australian to do so. After retiring from professional racing, Gardner remained involved in the sport as a team manager and mentor. He has also participated in various motorcycle events and continues to be a prominent figure in the racing community, inspiring new generations of riders.