Day: 8 May 2025

2025 NW200 Thursday Night Results

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2025 NW200 Thursday Night Results :

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Dunlop Dominates and Todd Triumphs as North West 200 Explodes into Action!

Portrush, Northern Ireland – May 8th, 2025 – The iconic North West 200 roared back to life today under sun-kissed skies, treating thousands of expectant fans lining the famous Triangle circuit to a spectacular evening of road racing. 

Thursday’s three-race schedule delivered high drama, blistering speeds, and emotional victories, setting an electrifying tone for the weekend ahead. 

Michael Dunlop sensationally marked his return to the top step with a stunning double, while Davey Todd etched his name into NW200 folklore with a maiden Superbike win.

The atmosphere was palpable as bikes thundered off the line for the opening encounters of the 2025 Briggs Equipment North West 200, and the action did not disappoint.

Race 1: Todd Claims Maiden Premier Class Glory in Milwaukee Superbike Thriller

The evening kicked off with the much-anticipated 4-lap Milwaukee Superbike Race, and it was Davey Todd who sensationally seized his first-ever North West 200 Superbike victory. The BMW rider was in imperious form, mastering the high-speed straights and technical chicanes to the delight of the crowd.

It was a hard-fought battle, with Todd holding off intense pressure throughout. 

Dean Harrison, mounted on the Honda Racing UK machine, was a constant threat, pushing Todd all the way to the chequered flag and finishing a mere 0.215 seconds adrift. 

Peter Hickman, Todd’s esteemed teammate, secured a strong third place, making it a memorable outing for the BMW contingent. 

Michael Dunlop, despite a challenging qualifying session earlier in the day, brought his MD Hawk Racing BMW home in a solid fourth.

Milwaukee Superbike Race (4 Laps) – Top 4 Results:

  1. Davey Todd (BMW)
  2. Dean Harrison (Honda)
  3. Peter Hickman (BMW)
  4. Michael Dunlop (BMW)

Race 2: Dunlop Ends Victory Drought with Masterful Fraser Homes Supersport Win

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REMEMBERING OWEN JENNER

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REMEMBERING OWEN JENNER :

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Owen Jenner will be fondly remembered as a larger-than-life character, whose smile and energy made him a much-loved friend and competitor within the Bennetts British Superbike Championship paddock.

Owen first competed in club racing with BEMSEE where he became the 2018 Team Green Champion. He moved into the BSB paddock a year later in 2019, debuting in the British Junior Supersport Championship where he had three podiums and finished fifth in the final standings.

A year later, in his second season in the class, he won the championship with an impressive campaign which included five wins and a total of seven podiums, only failing reach the rostrum on three occasions.

Following that title, he progressed into the National Junior Superstock Championship for 2021. The highlight that year was a first podium finish in that class at Cadwell Park as he rode to 11th in the overall standings.

He remained in the class for 2022, finishing ninth in the standings during a year of building as he ran consistently in the top eight. But this was just the prelude to his best season in the class which came just a year later.

In 2023, Owen added to his BSB support class title collection, becoming the Pirelli National Junior Superstock champion. He finished on the podium nine times, and twice enjoyed victory, on the way to a well deserved crown.

He progressed further up the British Championship support class ladder in 2024, switching to the British GP2 class, within the British Supersport Championship. Owen claimed the crown on his first attempt, dominating the GP2 class with 18 victories and a total of 20 podiums from 22 races.

For 2025, he joined the Rapid Honda team to compete in the Quattro Group British Supersport Championship, with the ambition of adding a fourth different title to his credit within the Bennetts British Superbike series.

REMEMBERING SHANE RICHARDSON

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REMEMBERING SHANE RICHARDSON :

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Shane Richardson

Shane Richardson was dedicated and hard working in his pursuit of racing motorcycles at a high level, having moved overseas after starting his career in his native New Zealand. He will be remembered for his commitment both on and off the track to achieve his dream.

Shane debuted in the British Championship paddock in 2019, competing in the National Superstock 600 Championship. He finished as runner-up by just six points at his first attempt, denied a chance at the title only by a technical issue in the final race of the season. He won two races and a further three podiums during that impressive debut campaign.

Shane moved into the National Superstock 1000 Championship a year later, but faced a challenging season, as he ended up 16th in the final standings. He returned in 2021 and finished 17th overall, claiming a best race result of fourth.

For 2022, he raced in the British Supersport Championship, joining in the latter part of the season. Despite missing the opening eight rounds, it was a competitive campaign featuring three top 10 finishes. He also made appearances that year in the New Zealand Superbike Championship’s Formula Two/Supersport 600 class.

Shane entered two rounds of the National Superstock Championship in 2023, before returning to British Supersport Championship once more in 2024 where he finished ninth overall with 12 top 10 finishes including a best result of fifth at Knockhill.

Prior to racing in the British Championship paddock, Shane was awarded the accolade of Male Rider of the Year in the New Zealand Motorcycle Awards back in his native homeland. He also competed in MotoAmerica, where he was a race winner in 2018 in the MotoAmerica Stock 1000 Championship.

MSVR STATEMENT: QUATTRO GROUP BRITISH SUPERSPORT CHAMPIONSHIP RACE

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MSVR STATEMENT: QUATTRO GROUP BRITISH SUPERSPORT CHAMPIONSHIP RACE

5th May 2025 :

At the start of this afternoon’s Quattro Group British Supersport Championship race at Oulton Park, exiting turn one, Old Hall corner on the first lap, there was a chain reaction incident involving 11 riders falling. The race was immediately stopped and trackside medical services deployed.

Due to the extreme severity of the incident and ongoing medical intervention, the remainder of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship event was cancelled.

This catastrophic accident has tragically resulted in two riders being fatally injured, and another sustaining significant injuries.

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2025 NW200 Results

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2025 NW200 Results :

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The 2025 North West 200 Road Races were held over the race week of Monday 5th May 2025 – Saturday 10th May 2025 with an evening race session on Thursday 8th May and Saturday 10th May featuring a full race day schedule.

Three races are traditionally held on the Thursday evening with six races running on the Saturday.

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