Oulton Park: Tributes paid to Owen Jenner and Shane Richardson after they died whereas racing

Fellow New Zealand rider Morgan McLaren-Wooden, who suffered minor accidents within the crash, paid tribute to Richardson on social media.

“Struggling to search out the phrases for what occurred,” he mentioned. “Relaxation in peace Shane and Owen. My coronary heart goes out to each of their households throughout this heartbreaking time.”

New Zealand Hutt Metropolis councillor Brady Dyer posted on Fb: “Shane was proud to be from Wainuiomata and was admired each domestically and overseas for his ability and keenness.

“It is a heartbreaking loss, and I do know many in our neighborhood will likely be feeling it deeply.”

Fellow New Zealand rider Cormac Buchanan mentioned Shane was “actually among the best individuals I ever had the privilege of sharing the observe with”.

Writing on Instagram, Buchanan mentioned: “You by no means did not put a smile on all of our faces. You have been somebody I may look as much as and be taught from and I’m so fortunate to have had your steerage in my first yr within the UK.

“I cherish all the observe walks with you and Damo, the onerous battles we had, bumping bars and swapping paint. I am grateful to have been in a position to take into account you a competitor, rival, and a pal. I at all times felt your help it doesn’t matter what the scenario, race, or end result was”.