MCRCB/MSVR Judicial Panel - Statement  Mallory Park

The Judicial Panel comprising of Mervyn Whyte (MCRCB Chief Steward) and Dave Francis (MSVR Judicial Clerk of the Course) in the presence of Norman Williamson (MCRCB Safety Delegate), considered the incident at Shaw's Hairpin on Lap 23 of British Superbike Race 1, which resulted in seven riders falling and the race being stopped prematurely.

Following a review of TV coverage, statements from marshals, an inspection of machine #25, and an interview with #25 Josh Brookes, it was concluded that he had been guilty of reckless riding and riding in a manner not compatible with general safety, in breach of MCRCB regulations B.2.6 and B.2.9. 

A two event ban has been applied to Josh Brookes with a further one event ban, suspended for two events.

The rider, in the presence of his team manager(s) was informed of his right to appeal.  No appeal having been received, the penalty is confirmed.

MCRCB/MSVR Judicial Panel
Issued  @ 17:00 hrs 19 July 2009