Road Racing

Southern 100, SBK 1: Harrison ahead of Harrison and Hickman, Trummer in 12th place

Dean Harrison won the first of three Superbike races at the Southern 100 ahead of Nathan Harrison and Peter Hickman. Julian Trummer (Smith Racing) impressed on his debut with a twelfth-place finish.

Hollaus Memorial Race: A unique blend of vintage and modern

The International Rupert Hollaus Race at the Red Bull Ring is a highlight not only for riders of historic motorbikes but also for spectators. It’s that time of year again on 1 and 2 August.

‘King of Imatra’: Germany’s Nico Müller narrowly misses out on a sensation

It was a close call, and Nico Müller could well have left Finland a few days ago as the ‘King of Imatra’. In the end, the German BMW rider fell just over six seconds short of the surprise victory.

John ‘Plumb’ O’Donovan killed in a crash at the Skerries 100

With John O’Donovan’s death, a second rider from Cork has died in a road race within just two days. The Irishman did not survive a crash at the Skerries 100. The event was abandoned.

ESR, Imatra, Race 2: Start-to-finish victory for Lahti, Matthys again ahead of Laurent

The second race of the ESR Superbike series in Imatra, Finland, also ended with a home victory for Eemeli Lahti. Lukas Maurer missed out on the podium and Fedrik Matthys further extended his lead in the championship.

Fatal crash overshadows 80th-anniversary celebrations at the Skerries 100 road race

Road racing in Northern Ireland has been plagued by misfortune this year. Following the deaths of Kamil Holan at the North West 200 and James Walsh at the Tandragee 100, there was another fatality to mourn at the Skerries 100.

ESR, Imatra: Guest riders dominate, Matthys leaves Hoffmann behind

Eemeli Lahti secured victory in the ESR Superbike race on his home circuit in Imatra. Lukas Maurer put in a strong performance to finish 3rd. An important step for Fedrik Matthys towards the title.

Tragic news from Northern Ireland: James Walsh dies from serious injuries

A tragic accident occurred during the Senior Support class race at the Tandragee 100 on 27 June. As his partner confirmed, the Irishman James Walsh succumbed to his serious injuries.

Erno Kostamo: Permanent damage following head injury cannot be ruled out

Erno Kostamo could have succeeded Giacomo Agostini as the King of Imatra this year, but the Finn will be absent on the first weekend in July. He sustained serious injuries at the Senior TT.