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BBC News
27-05-2025
- 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."
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.
The Sun
07-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Rider in British Superbike horror crash suffers broken neck and is in ‘serious' condition in hospital
Joshua Jones, Sport Reporter Published: Invalid Date, ONE of the riders in Monday's deadly British Superbikes crash suffered a broken neck and is in a "serious" condition in hospital. Two stars tragically died in the "severe and catastrophic" 11-man incident at Oulton Park, Cheshire. 5 Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, lost their lives as the group fell at turn one in the Quattro Group British Supersport Championship race which was duly cancelled. 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. MSVR tweeted: "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. "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. 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 post a clip from an interview where he spoke about looking ahead to his next race. 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 lost her previous boyfriend, Billy Redmayne, 25, in a racing accident nine years ago. A police investigation 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. '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.' Morgan McLaren-Wood survived the crash and took to social media to share his emotions. 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
Wales Online
07-05-2025
- Health
- Wales Online
Major health update on third rider after two deaths in horrific 11-bike crash at Oulton Park
Major health update on third rider after two deaths in horrific 11-bike crash at Oulton Park An update has been issued on the condition of Tom Tunstall following the death of Shane Richardson and Owen Jenner during the British Superbikes meeting at Oulton Park British Supersport rider Tom Tunstall is in a serious but stable condition (Image: Facebook ) Bike racer Tom Tunstall is in a stable condition after suffering a broken neck in the devastating Oulton Park crash. Shane Richardson, 29, and Owen Jenner, 21, died after 11 riders fell at the first corner of the British Supersport race at the Cheshire circuit on Monday. Five other riders required medical treatment for minor injuries. The remainder of the British Superbikes meeting was immediately cancelled. In an update on Tuesday, it was confirmed that Tunstall, 47, was in a serious but stable condition in hospital. Doctors will decide if he needs surgery on the broken bone in the coming days. A statement from MotorSport Vision Racing, which runs the British Superbike series, said: "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. "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." Jenner, from East Sussex, was taken to the circuit medical centre and given further resuscitation treatment but died from a 'catastrophic head injury', organisers said. Article continues below Owen Jenner died from head injuries New Zealander Richardson was taken to the medical centre with 'severe chest injuries' but died while he was being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital, they added. Former 'grid girl' Hannah James, who was Richardson's partner, had also suffered the death of a previous partner in the sport. Billy Redmayne, 24, was killed in a crash at the Oliver's Mount Spring Cup in North Yorkshire in 2016. James, a social worker and former promotional model, updated her Facebook profile photo on Tuesday, showing a photo of Richardson and their two young children. Personal tributes were paid online to the family of Richardson, his partner and children, and to Jenner from friends and the world of motorsport. Shane Richardson and girlfriend Hannah James (Image: @shanerichardson28/Instagram ) Kate Buchanan wrote on Facebook: 'This sport can be so damn cruel. Our racing family is devastated to lose one of our best and my heart breaks for you Hannah James, Maddie and Max. Shane's legacy lives on in each of you and all those who knew and loved him. Ride on forever Shane.' Article continues below Steve Wilf Moore posted: 'Our best day of racing has turned to the worst imaginable. If you ever spent any time with Owen Jenner then you will feel the same terrible loss we do. 'RIP Shane M Richardson, such a gentleman you could barely think he was such a racer. I'm so sorry Hannah James. Get well soon Tom Tunstall. Truly awful day for everyone.' Cheshire Constabulary said officers are investigating the crash along with the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and Motorsport Vision Racing.
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Health update on third British Superbikes rider after pair died in tragic Oulton Park crash
British Superbike Championship organisers have issued an update on the condition of Tom Tunstall following the death of Shane Richardson and Owen Jenner at Oulton Park A motorcycle racer who was involved in a crash that killed two fellow riders suffered a broken neck but is in a stable condition. Shane Richardson, 29, and Owen Jenner, 21, died after 11 riders fell at the first corner at Oulton Park race track in Cheshire on Monday. The devastating incident occurred in a British Supersport race, a support class to the main British Superbike Championship, which holds events around the UK, including at Knockhill in Fife. In an update on Tuesday, it was confirmed that a third rider, Tom Tunstall, 47, was in a serious but stable condition in hospital after the incident. Doctors will decide if the Yorkshire rider needs surgery on the broken bone in the coming days, but 'a slow but hopefully full recovery is expected', the organisers said. A statement from MotorSport Vision Racing, which runs the British Superbikes series, said: "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. "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." Jenner, from East Sussex, was taken to the circuit medical centre and given further resuscitation treatment but died from a 'catastrophic head injury', organisers said. Richardson, who friends said has a young family and who described himself online as 'just a joiner from New Zealand chasing my dreams and racing', was taken to the medical centre with 'severe chest injuries' but died while he was being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital, they added. Former 'grid girl' Hannah James, who was Richardson's partner, had also suffered the death of a previous partner in the sport, Billy Redmayne, 24, who was killed in a crash at the Oliver's Mount Spring Cup in North Yorkshire in 2016. James, a social worker and former promotional model, updated her Facebook profile photo on Tuesday, showing a photo of Richardson and their two young children. Five other riders were treated in the medical centre with minor injuries, but did not need hospital treatment. Cheshire Constabulary said officers are investigating the crash along with the Motorcycle Circuit Racing Control Board and MotorSport Vision Racing.
