Marc Saracen was the head of the Saracen racing team in the Gran Prix motorcycle racing in Paris. A young racer, Richie Ryan, tried to get a tryout, but was largely ignored. Richie simply commandeered a bike and took it around the track, though Saracen was not pleased at first, he was impressed with Richie's riding and speed. Saracen told Richie that he could have him arrested for such a feat, but decided to let Richie on the team, telling an older rider, Philippe, that it was not his bike any more.