EBC-Equipped Team Compete in Barry Sheene Classic at Oliver’s Mount

𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜 – 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡

“The legendary Oliver’s Mount circuit once again played host to the Barry Sheene Classic, and this year’s event offered its usual blend of unpredictability, grit, and glory.”

𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲

“The weekend opened with a wet, untimed three-lap practice session. With slick conditions and little to gain by pushing hard, it was a chance to test grip and settle into the rhythm of the track.

“By qualifying time, the rain remained but confidence was on the rise. Despite the moisture, a solid performance secured a 13th-place start.

“Teammate Ben Long took to the support race aboard his Yamaha R6 and delivered a commanding performance, holding 2nd place throughout to land another podium at Oliver’s Mount. Despite poor visibility, Ben’s consistency paid off. He noted the fog affected how hard he could push, but his pace was impressive nonetheless.

“Nature had the final say as dense fog rolled in, forcing all racing to be halted for the rest of the day.”

𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲

“Sunday welcomed clearer skies and fading rain. By the time the first SuperTwins race began, the circuit was largely dry, though lingering damp patches at the hairpins kept everyone alert. Choosing full dry-condition tyres proved mostly effective, and an excellent launch placed the rider in 10th for much of the race. However, with confidence still tentative over the slick sections, two positions slipped away in the final laps, resulting in a 12th-place finish.

“The second race offered much the same – a partially dry track and strategic decisions to be made. A less favourable grid position on the inside led to a congested start. Nonetheless, a strong race followed, ending with a respectable 14th-place finish.”