Superbike Legend Shane Byrne Wins Court Case Over Career-Ending Crash

The six-time British Superbike champion successfully sued three organizations for insufficient safety measures at a Norfolk race track, with damages to be determined later.

• Shane Byrne, a six-time British Superbike champion, suffered catastrophic spinal injuries in a 2018 crash at the Snetterton race track during a test run.
• The crash occurred at Palmer Corner, where Byrne lost control of his Ducati bike and collided with a bolted tyre wall, leading to career-ending injuries.
• Byrne sued the race organizer, track owner, and governing body, arguing that inadequate safety barriers contributed to the severity of his injuries.
• Judge Bruce Blair KC ruled in favor of Byrne, stating that the absence of energy-absorbing 'Type A' barriers was negligent and that Byrne was not at fault for the crash.
• The court found all three defendants liable for damages, which could exceed £1 million, with the exact amount to be decided at a later date.

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