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BBC News
4 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Rider injured in Oulton Park crash 'making progress'
Tom Tunstall, who was seriously injured in a horrific race incident which claimed the lives of fellow racers Owen Jenner and Shane Richardson at Oulton Park, says he is "making some step-by-step progress every day".Father-of-two Richardson from New Zealand and 21-year-old British rider Jenner died from the injuries they sustained in the 11-bike crash on the first lap of the British Supersport Championship race at the Cheshire circuit on 5 47, was transferred to the Royal Stoke Hospital with injuries which included a broken a post on his Facebook account, Tunstall explained that he was "very glad to be out of hospital" after "a difficult few weeks", before going on to outline the extent of his injuries."Multiple fracture to C1 vertebrae, torn ligaments and cracked skull - after eight days in traction, now being supported with a Halo frame screwed into my head for the next 2-3 months, which should hopefully fix that," he wrote. "Separated collarbone, damaged rotator cuff and some nerve issues with my tongue are improving very slightly every day."Very grateful for the quality of all the treatment received from the trackside, medical centre and hospital - their expertise has given me the best chance of recovery."British rider Tunstall expressed his sadness at the passing of Jenner and Richardson and expressed his sympathies."So desperately sad to hear about the tragic loss of Owen and Shane - both great, genuine people and very talented riders gone far too soon," he added. "My thoughts and sincerest condolences are with their families, friends and teams."
Daily Mail
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Superbike deaths: Could more have been done to save the two tragic riders? These are the key questions that must be answered
In the still of the early afternoon on Thursday, only birdsong pierces the silence at the Oulton Park racetrack. There is the blackbirds' beautiful melody in the woodland walk at the remote corner they called Druids Corner. The cackle of ravens in the lonely stretch of track which leads up there. And then, at 2pm, as if to remind you that life always goes on, there is the sound of engines firing up, and vehicles begin hammering along the course's opening stretch to its first bend, Hall's Corner, where two motorbike racers died on Monday.
BBC News
08-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Rider injured in Oulton Park crash stable in hospital
The family of Tom Tunstall says he remains in a stable condition in hospital after suffering a broken neck in a crash at Monday's British Supersport Championship race which killed two fellow Shane Richardson from New Zealand and 21-year-old British rider Owen Jenner died from the injuries they sustained in the 11-bike crash on the first lap of the race at Oulton Park in 47, suffered significant back and abdominal injuries in the crash, which was later confirmed to include a broken bone in his neck, and he was transferred to the Royal Stoke Hospital.A statement released on Thursday said: "Tom's family would like to thank everyone for their well wishes at this difficult time."We would like to give a brief update on Tom's condition. He is currently stable and undergoing treatment for his spinal injury. "We are grateful for the excellent care received from the Royal Stoke University Hospital. We would like to thank the BSB medical team at Oulton Park for their hard work and care for all the riders involved. "But most of all, we are all extremely saddened to hear about the loss of Owen and Shane, and we send our sincerest heartfelt condolences to their families and friends". Five other riders - Carl Harris, Max Morgan, Cameron Hall, Freddie Barnes and Morgan McLaren-Wood - were treated for minor injuries at the circuit medical Jones, Corey Tinker and George Edwards were also involved in the accident but did not suffer injury. Motorsport Vision Racing (MSVR), which is responsible for circuit operations at Oulton Park, has launched an investigation into the incident along with the Motorcycle Racing Control Board, the Coroner and Cheshire Police.
Daily Mail
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Donations to the families of two Superbike riders killed in 'one of the worst crashes ever' soar past £45,000
Fundraisers have been set up to support the families of the two Superbike riders who died in a horror crash on Monday. Shane Richardson, 29, and Owen Jenner, 21, passed away following an 11-bike pile-up at turn one of a race at Oulton Park. ITV commentator Greg Haines claimed in the aftermath of the tragedy that it was 'one of the worst crashes I've seen and many of my colleagues I've been speaking to overnight.' Richardson leaves behind two children and his girlfriend, Hannah James, who previously worked in the sport as a grid girl. Meanwhile, Jenner's family have also been left devastated by the loss of the young Brit. In response to the fatal crash, crowdfunding pages have been created to raise funds for Richardson and Jenner's loved ones. Richardson's JustGiving page was organised by a woman named Janice Thompson, with the target of raising £12,000. This target has already been comfortably achieved, with donations moving beyond £27,000 within hours of the page being set up. For Jenner, his GoFundMe page was organised by Jay Dexter, with a £10,000 target in mind. Once again, this has already been achieved, with over £18,000 on the account already. A donation of £250 came from Scottish rider Tarran Mackenzie, who won the British Superbike Championship in 2021. The combined total of the fundraisers has soared past £45,000, with the public giving generously to Richardson and Jenner's heartbroken families. Monday's crash saw several other riders suffer minor injuries, namely Morgan McLaren-Wood, Carl Harris, Max Morgan, Cameron Hall, and Freddie Barnes, while riders Lewis Jones, Corey Tinker and George Edwards, walked away unhurt. Cheshire Constabulary have also confirmed that an investigation into the crash is underway, in coordination with the Coroner and racing authorities. 'Police are investigating two deaths on behalf of the coroner following a multiple collision at Oulton Park this afternoon - Monday 5 May,' a police spokesperson said. Meanwhile, in an official statement, MotorSport Vision Racing (MSVR) confirmed the terrible news that both Jenner and Richardson had passed away. The statement began: 'At the start of this afternoon's Quattro Group British Supersport Championship race at Oulton Park, exiting turn one, Old Hall corner on the first lap, there was a chain reaction incident involving 11 riders falling. 'The race was immediately stopped and trackside medical services deployed. 'Due to the extreme severity of the incident and ongoing medical intervention, the remainder of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship event was cancelled. 'This catastrophic accident has tragically resulted in two riders being fatally injured, and another sustaining significant injuries.' On Jenner, the statement went on: 'Owen Jenner (21) was initially treated trackside and then taken to the circuit medical centre, where despite further resuscitation treatment, he died from a catastrophic head injury.' Richardson was then confirmed to have also passed away. The statement added: 'Shane Richardson (29) was initially treated trackside and then taken to the circuit medical centre before being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital with severe chest injuries. He died prior to arrival.' Fellow rider Tom Tunstall sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital. An update on his health was provided on Tuesday. The statement read: 'We can confirm that Tom Tunstall has sustained a broken bone in his neck and is currently under the care of a team of specialists at the Royal Stoke Hospital,' the statement read. 'While his condition is serious, he is stable and receiving the best possible treatment. 'Doctors are closely monitoring his progress and will determine in the coming days whether surgery will be necessary. 'At this time, a slow but hopefully full recovery is expected.'
Daily Mail
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Survivor from British Superbikes crash claims there 'nothing anyone could do' to prevent tragedy - with rider having been 'one row behind' victims of 11-bike pile-up
A survivor from the Oulton Park motorcycle crash has claimed there was 'nothing anyone could do' to prevent the tragedy. Two British Superbikes riders sadly lost their lives following an 11-man crash at Oulton Park, with the event duly cancelled. The horrific incident on Monday saw eleven riders fall at turn one. Though medical personnel quickly rushed to the scene, Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, tragically lost their lives as a result of the crash. Fellow rider Morgan McLaren-Wood suffered a sprained wrist and bruising to his back and knee in the crash on Monday afternoon. Speaking to the BBC, McLaren-Wood recalled the 'chaos' of the crash but insisted there was nothing that could have been done to avoid the tragedy. 'I was maybe a row behind Shane and Owen, maybe five or six bikes behind them - maybe a bit more,' McLaren-Wood said. 'It was just chaos - there was nothing anyone could do. 'There were bikes everywhere. 'There was nowhere for anyone to go - it's such a tight track and there's not really any run-off on it either.' McLaren-Wood had earlier offered his condolences to the families of Richardson and Jenner following the fatal crash. 'Struggling to find the words for what happened today. Rest in peace, Shane and Owen,' McLaren-Wood wrote on social media. 'My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time.' McLaren-Wood also shared two fundraising campaigns aimed at helping Richardson's partner Hannah and Jenner's family following the tragedy. Over £45,000 has been raised across the two campaigns to date. The harrowing scenes on Monday were caught live on TV as one rider lost control coming out of the first turn, leading him to skid across the tarmac and into another competitor. Jenner was treated at trackside but died of a 'catastrophic' head injury despite further resuscitation treatment at the circuit's medical centre. Richardson was also treated at the course before being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital with severe chest injures. He died prior to arrival. Fellow rider Tom Tunstall , 47, sustained 'significant' injuries and was taken to hospital. Tunstall had initially been reported to have suffered back and abdominal injuries in the crash. A MotorSport Vision Racing (MSVR) statement on Tuesday confirmed Tunstall is currently in Royal Stoke University Hospital, with the rider having sustained a broken bone in his neck. The four other riders who sustained injuries are Carl Harris, Max Morgan, Cameron Hall and Freddie Barnes. Cheshire Constabulary have confirmed that an investigation into the crash is underway, in coordination with the Coroner and racing authorities. 'Police are investigating two deaths on behalf of the coroner following a multiple collision at Oulton Park - Monday 5 May,' a police spokesperson said. In an official statement on Monday, MotorSport Vision Racing (MSVR) confirmed the terrible news that both Jenner and Richardson had passed away. The statement began: 'At the start of this afternoon's Quattro Group British Supersport Championship race at Oulton Park, exiting turn one, Old Hall corner on the first lap, there was a chain reaction incident involving 11 riders falling. 'The race was immediately stopped and trackside medical services deployed. 'Due to the extreme severity of the incident and ongoing medical intervention, the remainder of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship event was cancelled. 'This catastrophic accident has tragically resulted in two riders being fatally injured, and another sustaining significant injuries.' On Jenner, the statement went on: 'Owen Jenner (21) was initially treated trackside and then taken to the circuit medical centre, where despite further resuscitation treatment, he died from a catastrophic head injury.' Richardson was then confirmed to have also passed away. The statement added: 'Shane Richardson (29) was initially treated trackside and then taken to the circuit medical centre before being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital with severe chest injuries. He died prior to arrival.'
