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 riders. Father-of-two Shane Richardson from New Zealand and 21-year-old British rider Owen Jenner died from the injuries they sustained in the 11-bike crash...
Fatalities are rare in motorbike racing, but unfortunately not unheard of. British Superbikes rider Chrissy Rouse died after a crash at Donington Park in 2022. Superbikes can reach speeds of up to 200mph, and the bikes used in Supersport regularly clock well in excess of 100mph. Former rider and MLav Racing owner Michael Laverty told...
Just moments after the start of the race, one bike wobbled before going down and skidding towards the middle of track as the riders exited the first corner. That led to a collision that eventually became an 11-bike crash with oncoming riders unable to avoid the fallen bikes. The race was being broadcast live on...
Fellow New Zealand rider Morgan McLaren-Wood, who suffered minor injuries in the crash, paid tribute to Richardson on social media. “Struggling to find the words for what happened,” he said. “Rest in peace Shane and Owen. My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time.” New Zealand Hutt City councillor Brady...