Tommy Aquino facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 
Brands Hatch British Superbikes meeting 2013
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| Nationality | American |
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| Born | May 24, 1992 Woodland Hills, Los Angeles |
| Died | February 2, 2014 (aged 21) Piru, California |
| Bike number | 24, 6, 31 |
| Website | tommyaquino.com |
Tommy Aquino (May 24, 1992 – February 2, 2014) was a talented American motorcycle racer. He was known for his speed and skill on the track. Tommy competed in several major motorcycle racing championships during his career.
Who Was Tommy Aquino?
Tommy Aquino was born in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California. From a young age, he showed a passion for motorcycle racing. He quickly became a rising star in the sport. His dedication and talent helped him achieve great results.
Early Racing Success
Tommy competed in the AMA Pro Daytona Sportbike Championship. This was a very competitive motorcycle racing series in the United States. In 2011, Tommy had an amazing season. He finished third overall in the championship standings. He also won one race that year, showing his ability to compete with the best.
Racing in England
Later in his career, Tommy moved to England. He began racing in the British Superstock Championship. While racing there, he earned a cool nickname: Hollywood Aquino. This nickname likely came from his Californian roots. He was set to race for the GR Motorsport team in the British Superbike Championship in 2014. This was a big step in his racing journey.
A Tragic Accident
Sadly, Tommy Aquino passed away on February 2, 2014. He was involved in a training accident while riding motocross. Motocross is a type of off-road motorcycle racing. The accident happened in Piru, California. Tommy was only 21 years old at the time. His passing was a great loss to the motorcycle racing community.
