Reviewed case brief

Hall v. Brooklands Auto Racing Club

[1933] 1 KB 205

[1933] 1 KB 205 · Court of Appeal (England)

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Court
Court of Appeal (England)
Year
1933
Subjects
Law of Torts
Reviewed
2026-08-02

Rule established

Spectators at inherently risky sporting events are taken to consent to the ordinary, inherent risks of the sport, provided it is conducted in the ordinary and proper manner.

Facts

    Issues

      Held

        Ratio decidendi

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        [1933] 1 KB 205

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