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Rounds 3, 4, and 5 of the 2024 NGRRC calendar saw thrilling action unfold at Cadwell Park on April 13-14. Blessed with perfect early spring weather, riders and spectators alike enjoyed a weekend of high-octane competition.

Qualifying Highlights

In the A class (injection) qualifying, Carl Smalley (691) edged out Dominic Cann (1) by a narrow half-second margin, with Enrico Belsito (13) impressing in third place, ahead of local favourite and guest rider Jason Dixon (62).

In the B class (Carburettor) category, the battle between Sean Coyle (57) and Jim Robinson (55) reached new heights, with Coyle securing pole position by a slender two-second margin.

Saturday’s Racing

As the weekend’s racing got underway, Cann (1) upped the ante in the first race on Saturday, shaving almost half a second off his qualifying time to take the win ahead of Smalley (691). Mike Smith (89) completed the podium in third, 9 seconds adrift of the leaders.

In B class, Coyle (57) and Robinson (55) engaged in a nail-biting duel, with Coyle emerging victorious by a mere 3 seconds. Will Pugh (71) claimed the final podium spot.

Sunday’s Action

Come Sunday morning, Cann (1) once again proved unbeatable, eclipsing his previous best lap time by a second to take the win ahead of Smalley (691). Smith (89) and Jason Dixon locked horns, with Smith (89) securing third place by the narrowest of margins.

The B class Sunday morning battle saw Robinson (55) exact revenge, pipping Coyle (57) to the win by a hair’s breadth, with Pugh (71) claiming third.

However, Cann’s (1) fortunes took a turn for the worse when he was ruled unfit to race after an incident in the Open 500 event. Smalley (691) capitalized on the reigning champion’s absence, taking a dominant victory and the championship lead, with Smith (89) and Enrico Belsito (13) completing the podium.

B Class Win

In B class, Coyle (57) secured his second win of the weekend, followed by Robinson (55) and Pugh (71).

Gratitude and Acknowledgement

The Ducati Sporting Club extends its gratitude to NGRRC for organizing the event, as well as the dedicated marshals and medical teams who worked tirelessly to ensure rider safety. The club also acknowledges the invaluable support from Dunlop and Clinton Howe, who provided the control tyre that proved perfectly suited to the machines.

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