Win for EBC-Equipped Race Team at Final Oliver’s Mount Round

“It was the final round of the year for Brook Built Racing at the 33rd and final running of the Gold Cup that’s run since 1989.

“It was a team effort, with Russell covering SuperSport and SuperTwin+, and Ben Long on SuperSport.

“Wet weather kicked off Saturday’s qualifying at the legendary Oliver’s Mount. Grip was there, but confidence took time to build. I qualified for all races – albeit toward the back – but Ben Long found his rhythm early, securing P10 in SuperSport B. I ended with a top 10, while Ben got his first win at Olivers Mount. Not bad for the tight and twisty circuit!”

S𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬

• Free practice on the Aprilia RS660 & Yamaha YZF-R6.
• Wet qualifying: P22 (SuperTwin), P21 (SuperSport Group 2).
• Race 1 (SuperTwin): Red flags galore! Restarted multiple times before finally finishing P15.
• Race 2 (SuperSport B): I came home P17, Ben stormed to P4 from P10.
• Race 3 (SuperTwin restart): P15 again, setting me up for a better grid on Sunday.

𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬

• Race 4 (SuperTwin): Wet again, but I found my groove – P14.
• Race 5 (SuperSport B): Gained confidence, climbed to P13. Ben led most of the race, just missed the win – P2.
• Race 6 (SuperSport B): I sat this one out to preserve the R6. Ben took full advantage – hole shot to victory his first win at Oliver’s Mount!
• Race 7 (SuperTwin): Best start of the weekend, smooth ride to P9.

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐰, 𝐦𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭

“Huge thanks to Gary ‘Jake’ Dicken & Andy Fenton for keeping us fuelled and focused. With limited resources, Brook Built Racing wrapped up the season proud and strong.

“The Steve Henshaw Gold Cup gave us everything – wet, dry, red flags, drama, and that unforgettable win for Ben. A fitting way to close the season for Brook Built Racing. We are planning to add a different (new to us) class next year (more later) Roll on 2026!”