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Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, were fatally injured in a "major chain reaction" incident on the first lap of the race and a third rider Tom Tunstall, 47, sustained "significant injuries".

Father-of-two Shane Richardson from New Zealand and 21-year-old British rider Owen Jenner were both fatally injured in an 11-bike crash on the first lap of the race.

"Rest in peace Shane and Owen. My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time."

Fellow New Zealand rider Cormac Buchanan said Shane was "truly one of the best people I ever had the privilege of sharing the track with".

Englishman Owen Jenner, 21, and Shane Richardson, 29, of New Zealand, were fatally injured in a "major chain reaction" incident on the first lap of the race as the riders exited turn one.