Friday, 20th July 2007

Suzuki outfit reeling after Mallory Park incident.

Team NB team manager Norris Farrow has admitted that his squad is in shock following the death of Ollie Bridewell during testing at Mallory Park.

Bridewell was taking part in free practice for the ninth round of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at the Leicestershire circuit when he lost control of his Suzuki GSX-R1000 at the Esses and fell heavily.

After treatment at the side of the circuit, the 21-year-old was transported to the medical centre, but despite the best efforts of the BSB medical team, was pronounced dead at the circuit.

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"Words are very difficult right now," Farrow admitted. "We are all absolutely devastated by Ollie's death and our heartfelt sympathies go out to Marcus, Liz, Charlotte and Tommy.

"Ollie was held in great regard by all those involved in Team NB and his loss is deeply felt."

The rest of the day's running at the circuit was cancelled following the accident, with on-track action due to resume on Saturday.

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