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Two Riders Killed in Oulton Park Supersport Crash, Event Canceled

Owen Jenner and Shane Richardson lost their lives in a multi-bike accident during the opening lap, prompting investigations into circuit safety.

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Overview

  • The crash occurred on May 5 at Old Hall corner during the first lap of the British Supersport race at Oulton Park in Cheshire, England.
  • Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, died from severe injuries sustained in the collision involving 11 riders.
  • Tom Tunstall, 47, remains hospitalized with serious back and abdominal injuries at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
  • Five riders sustained minor injuries, while three others emerged unscathed, according to MotorSport Vision Racing.
  • The remainder of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship event was canceled as investigations by MSVR, local authorities, and the coroner proceed.