New Zealand motorcyclist Shane Richardson, 29, has died after a horrific 11-bike crash during a British Supersport race at Oulton Park in Cheshire, which also claimed the life of 21-year-old English rider Owen Jenner.
Richardson, a former NZ rider of the year based in the UK since 2019, succumbed to severe chest injuries en route to hospital.
Fellow Kiwi Morgan McLaren-Wood sustained minor injuries, while several others were also hurt.
The event was cancelled following the crash, and an official investigation is underway involving racing authorities and local police.
This sport can be so cruel 💔
Shane Richardson and Owen Jenner have tragically lost their lives today at Oulton Park following an incident in the Supersport race
May they rest in peace
Thoughts are with their loved ones pic.twitter.com/pe8owUoN60
— Everything Moto Racing (@everythingmrace) May 5, 2025
oulton park crash | BSB 2025 crash | british supersport championship race crash | bsb crash today https://t.co/RJqxzHmT1a
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— Mel (@MelaniaSaponaro) May 5, 2025
