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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
TT riders get track time in free practice session
Competitors in this year's Isle of Man TT availed themselves of some valuable track time in Tuesday's untimed free practice session for the event. The session went ahead after inclement weather earlier in the day cleared sufficiently, although riders reported that they were exercising caution due to damp patches on areas of the circuit which made conditions difficult. The sidecars were first off the line at 18:35 BST in bright sunshine, followed by the Supersports and Supertwins and finally the larger capacity Superbikes and Superstocks. Each session was afforded 35 minutes, with the solo sessions held in more overcast conditions. The opening day of the 2025 TT meeting on Monday had seen all laps except the newcomers' speed-controlled lap cancelled. It had initially been planned that Tuesday's session would be a timed qualifying one but ultimately rain showers during the day led to the practice being declared as untimed. Among those out on the Mountain Course for the first time this year were the most successful rider in the history of the races, Michael Dunlop, who took his wins tally to 29 last year courtesy of the fourth four-timer of his career at the event. Dunlop took out all four of his machines, including his World Superbike-spec Rokit BMW and World Supersport-spec Ducati V2 Supersport bike. The Northern Ireland rider has changed manufacturer for both classes, having campaigned Hondas in the big bike classes and a Yamaha in the middleweight category in 2024. Despite his prolific winning record of recent years, the 36-year-old has not tasted success in the blue riband Senior race since 2017, an eight-year gap the Ballymoney man will be keen to bridge this year. Other leading contenders for this year's races include 14-time winner Peter Hickman, Honda Racing's Dean Harrison and Davey Todd, who earned his first two TT wins 12 months ago. Todd's mounts this year include a Padgett's Paton for the Supertwins class, a first foray into that category for the renowned Yorkshire-based team. Among those getting acclimatised to new machinery were Mike Browne from the Republic of Ireland, who has replaced the injured Jamie Coward in the KTS Racing team for the 1000cc races. James Hillier had first outing of the season on a closed public roads circuit after missing the recent North West 200 in Northern Ireland. Qualifying sessions are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday evenings, followed by an afternoon session on Friday, before the scheduled start of racing on Saturday.
The Irish Sun
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Rider in British Superbike horror crash suffers broken neck and is in ‘serious' condition in hospital
ONE of the riders in Monday's deadly British Superbikes crash suffered a broken neck and is in a "serious" condition in hospital. 5 Tom Turnstall is in a 'serious' condition in hospital Credit: Instagram @xpresscoffee 5 Tunstall was part of the shocking 11-man British Superbikes crash which killed two riders Credit: Getty Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, lost their lives as the group fell at turn one in the A third rider - Tom Tunstall - was rushed to hospital while five others were treated for minor injuries at the track. And now MotorSport Vision Racing have issued a health update on Tunstall, 47. READ MORE IN SPORT "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." Horrific live TV footage showed the moment a rider lost control and skidded on the tarmac going around the first bend, triggering the harrowing pile-up as one bike even caught fire. Most read in Motorsport Richardson died from his "severe chest injuries" before arriving at the Royal Stoke Hospital while East Sussex-born Jenner tragically passed away after suffering a "catastrophic head injury". Less than 24 hours before the race, New Zealander Richardson took to Instagram to Haunting final post of tragic Shane Richardson just hours before fatal crash at Superbikes event The dad of two said: "Sprint race was good. Bad start, went backwards quite a few positions. "But we managed to figure it out, get some good consistent pace going, matching the times with a few of the boys ahead of us. "So yeah, looking forward to tomorrow, hopefully get a better start and be a bit more in the mix." Tragically, Richardson's girlfriend Hannah James, 25, also A has been launched into Monday's tragedy. Racegoer Scott Moore, who witnessed the incident, described how an 'eerie and unsettling' silence fell over the circuit. He posted on Facebook: 'Today was an incredibly sad day for BSB Supersport. 'The silence that fell over the circuit was eerie and unsettling, a stark reminder of how quickly things can change. 'TWO OF OUR FINEST LOST TO THE SPORT WE LOVE' 'It's hard to think how someone can wake up excited to race and not make it to the end of the day. 'It's just heartbreaking, and my thoughts are with all the families affected by this horrific event.' He wrote: "Struggling to find the words for what happened today. Rest in peace, Shane and Owen. "My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time." Rider Ben Currie said the loss was "hard to put into words", adding: "Gutted for everyone involved. "Two of our finest men lost to the sport we love." I cherish all of the track walks, the hard battles we had, bumping bars and swapping paint... I'm grateful to have been able to consider you a competitor, rival, and a friend Cormac Buchanan Racer Cormac Buchanan posted an emotional tribute to countryman Shane on Instagram. He said: "Shane was truly one of the best people I ever had the privilege of sharing the track with, not only a super talented rider but a down-to-earth person away from it. "You never failed to put a smile on all of our faces. You were someone I could look up to and learn from and I am so lucky to have had your guidance in my first year in Europe in the UK. "I cherish all of the track walks with you and Damo, the hard battles we had, bumping bars and swapping paint. "I'm grateful to have been able to consider you a competitor, rival, and a friend. "I always felt your support no matter what the situation, race, or outcome was. "To Hannah, Max, and Maddie I send you all of my love, support, and condolences. "I am always riding with you, thank you for everything Shane." Fellow driver Glenn Irwin also shared a touching tribute to both drivers, following their tragic deaths. Writing on social media, he said: "Owen you were always smiling, just a young kid chasing your dream and having fun along the way. "Shane, I didn't know you personally but watching videos and photos of you and your little family, I can see how much of an amazing dad and partner that you are along with being a top rider. "Rest in peace boys - life can be so so cruel. We will continue to offer support to your families in the coming times ahead, my thoughts go to the entire BSB team of organisers, marshals, medics and the wider community." 5 Owen Jenner, 21, died in the crash Credit: 5 Shane Richardson, 29, lost his life before arriving at hospital Credit: 5 The crash happened on the first turn of the race at Oulton Park in Cheshire Credit: Alamy
Otago Daily Times
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Fellow racers pay tribute to Kiwi killed in UK
Two southern motorcycling identities have paid tribute to a New Zealand rider killed in a crash in the United Kingdom yesterday. Shane Richardson died following a crash at a British Superbikes race in Cheshire. The Wellingtonian was caught up in an 11-bike pileup during a Supersport race at Oulton Park that also claimed the life of English rider Owen Jenner. Another New Zealand rider, Morgan McLaren-Wood, was involved in the crash and was treated for minor injuries. Young Southland rider Cormac Buchanan, based in Spain as he competes in the Moto3 World Championship, posted a tribute to Richardson on social media. ''Don't know what to say,'' Buchanan wrote. ''Shane Richardson was truly one of the best people I ever had the privilege of sharing the track with, not only a super talented rider but a down to earth person away from it. ''You never failed to put a smile on all of our faces. You were someone I could look up to and learn from and I am so lucky to have had your guidance in my first year in Europe in the UK. ''I'm grateful to have been able to consider you a competitor, rival and a friend. I always felt your support no matter what the situation, race or outcome was.'' Seth Devereux, the Tapanui-raised Superbikes rider now competing out of Wanaka, said he was ''speechless'' when he heard of Richardson's death. ''Shane, what a guy. It's like I've lost part of myself. ''This will take a while to work through. So grateful for our big adventure. Warts and all.'' Wainuiomata rider Richardson, who was 29, had been based in Britain since 2019. He was a previous New Zealand rider of the year. Richardson competed for the Astro-JJR Hippo Suzuki team and finished ninth in last year's British Supersport Championship. A British Superbike statement said there was a ''chain reaction incident'' involving 11 riders coming out of turn one on the first lap of the Oulton Park race. ''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.'' The statement said Richardson was initially treated trackside, then taken to the circuit medical centre before being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital with severe chest injuries. He died before he arrived. The other rider, Owen Jenner, who was 21, was initially treated trackside, then taken to the circuit medical centre, where, despite further resuscitation treatment, he died from a catastrophic head injury. British rider Tom Tunstall suffered back and abdominal injuries and a further five riders, including McLaren-Wood, were transferred to the circuit medical centre with minor injuries, which did not require transfer to hospital. Three further riders were also involved but were uninjured. — RNZ/APL
Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
First survivor of British Superbike crash breaks silence after championship race horror left two riders dead
A SURVIVOR of the horrific 11-man British superbike crash has broken their silence after two fellow riders tragically died. Shane Richardson, 29, and Owen Jenner, 21, lost their lives after the shocking collision and pile-up at Oulton Park, Cheshire, on Monday. 3 Morgan McLaren-Wood shared a touching message to Shane and Owen, following the tragedy on Monday Credit: Instagram 3 Shane Richardson, 29, tragically died in the crash at Oulton Park Credit: Instagram 3 Owen Jenner, 21, also lost his life in the collision and subsequent pile-up Credit: Instagram The riders went down at the very first turn of the race, with horrific live footage showing how one racer lost control before skidding across the tarmac into the path of other bikers. Now, fellow rider Morgan McLaren-Wood has taken to social media to share his emotions, following the tragic deaths. He wrote: "Struggling to find the words for what happened today. Rest in peace, Shane and Owen. "My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time." Read More on Motorsport DOUBLE TRAGEDY Girlfriend of Superbike rider killed in smash lost ex in race 9 years ago Owen had been treated trackside, following the disaster, but tragically died due to a "catastrophic" head injury, despite undertaking further resuscitation treatment at the circuit. Shane, who was dad to two kids, was also treated on site by medical teams for severe chest injuries. He was rushed to Royal Stoke University Hospital but sadly died prior to arrival. Tom Tunstall, 47, was also quickly taken to Royal Stoke University Hospital with significant back and abdominal injuries, while five other riders, including Morgan, were treated for minor injuries at the track. In the tragic "chain reaction" crash on Monday, multiple bikes began piling into each other, after one rider lost control and veered across their paths. One bike even caught fire in the devastating scenes as medics rushed to try and limit the damage. Haunting final post of tragic Shane Richardson just hours before fatal crash at Superbikes event The event at Oulton Park was subsequently cancelled, and a police investigation has been launched into the tragedy. Shortly after the crash, the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and MotorSport Vision Racing issued a statement confirming the tragic deaths of Shane and Owen. While Shane died from his "severe chest injuries", Owen tragically passed away after suffering a "catastrophic head injury". The statement read: "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. "The Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and MotorSport Vision Racing are investigating the full circumstances of the incident in conjunction with the Coroner and Cheshire Constabulary." Cheshire Police also confirmed it would be investigating the two deaths. A spokesman for the force said: "Police are investigating two deaths on behalf of the coroner following a multiple collision at Oulton Park this afternoon. 'Emergency services were called to the scene following the collision which resulted in two riders being fatally injured and another with serious injuries." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Irish Sun
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
First survivor of British Superbike crash breaks silence after championship race horror left two riders dead
A SURVIVOR of the horrific 11-man British superbike crash has broken their silence after two fellow riders tragically died. Shane Richardson, 29, and 3 Morgan McLaren-Wood shared a touching message to Shane and Owen, following the tragedy on Monday Credit: Instagram 3 Shane Richardson, 29, tragically died in the crash at Oulton Park Credit: Instagram 3 Owen Jenner, 21, also lost his life in the collision and subsequent pile-up Credit: Instagram The riders went down at the very first turn of the race, with horrific live footage showing how one racer lost control before skidding across the tarmac into the path of other bikers. Now, fellow rider Morgan McLaren-Wood has taken to social media to share his emotions, following the tragic deaths. He wrote: "Struggling to find the words for what happened today. Rest in peace, Shane and Owen. "My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time." Read More on Motorsport Owen had been treated trackside, following the disaster, but tragically died due to a "catastrophic" head injury, despite undertaking further resuscitation treatment at the circuit. Shane, who was dad to two kids, was also treated on site by medical teams for severe chest injuries. He was rushed to Royal Stoke University Hospital but sadly died prior to arrival. Tom Tunstall, 47, was also quickly taken to Royal Stoke University Hospital with significant back and abdominal injuries, while five other riders, including Morgan, were treated for minor injuries at the track. Most read in Motorsport In the tragic "chain reaction" crash on Monday, multiple bikes began piling into each other, after one rider lost control and veered across their paths. One bike even caught fire in the devastating scenes as medics rushed to try and limit the damage. Haunting final post of tragic Shane Richardson just hours before fatal crash at Superbikes event The event at Oulton Park was subsequently Shortly after the crash, the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and MotorSport Vision Racing issued a statement confirming the tragic deaths of Shane and Owen. While Shane died from his "severe chest injuries", Owen tragically passed away after suffering a "catastrophic head injury". The statement read: "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. "The Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and MotorSport Vision Racing are investigating the full circumstances of the incident in conjunction with the Coroner and Cheshire Constabulary." Cheshire Police also confirmed it would be investigating the two deaths. A spokesman for the force said: "Police are investigating two deaths on behalf of the coroner following a multiple collision at Oulton Park this afternoon. 'Emergency services were called to the scene following the collision which resulted in two riders being fatally injured and another with serious injuries." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at
