Shane Richardson’s Death Revealed as Second Racing Tragedy for Partner Hannah – May 7, 2025

Incident Overview
The tragic death of Shane Richardson , a 29-year-old New Zealand rider, has devastated the motorsport community after a “catastrophic” 11-bike crash during the British Supersport Championship at Oulton Park on May 6, 2025 .

Richardson succumbed to his injuries en route to the hospital, while fellow rider Owen Jenner , 21, passed away at the circuit’s medical center despite resuscitation efforts. The crash occurred as riders exited the first turn of the season’s opening race, described as a “chain reaction incident.”

This marks the second racing tragedy for Richardson’s partner, Hannah , who previously lost her partner Billy Redmayne in a 2016 racing accident. Hannah and their two children, Max and Maddie , now face another heartbreaking loss.

Location and Time

• Crash Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 (during the first feature race of the season).
• Location: Oulton Park circuit, England.

Riders Involved

• Fatalities:
  • Shane Richardson, 29, from New Zealand.
  • Owen Jenner, 21, also from New Zealand.
• Injured:
  • Morgan McLaren-Wood (minor injuries).

Impact on Families

• Shane Richardson’s Family:
  • Survived by his partner Hannah and their two children, Max and Maddie.
  • Hannah shared a heartfelt photo of the family following his death, highlighting the profound impact of this loss.
• Previous Tragedy:
  • Hannah lost her previous partner, Billy Redmayne, in a 2016 racing accident. Redmayne died after suffering significant brain injuries during a race at Oliver’s Mount Spring Cup in England.
  • Hannah donated Redmayne’s organs, including his liver, kidneys, and pancreas for research, finding solace in knowing his death helped others.

“Myself and his family decided rather than prolong the inevitable, we would turn off his life support machine and donate whatever organs we could.”
— Hannah’s statement after Billy Redmayne’s death

Tributes to Shane Richardson
The motorsport community has paid heartfelt tributes to Shane Richardson, remembering him as both a talented rider and a beloved friend:

• Cormac Buchanan: A fellow Kiwi Moto3 rider described Richardson as “one of the best people I ever had the privilege of sharing the track with,” praising his talent, humility, and unwavering support. Buchanan expressed gratitude for Richardson’s guidance during his first year racing in Europe.
• Morgan McLaren-Wood: Struggled to find words for the tragedy, offering condolences to Richardson’s and Jenner’s families. He highlighted the heartbreak of losing two promising young riders in one incident.

Richardson was also remembered for his friendship with Billy Redmayne, having mourned Redmayne’s passing in 2016 with a poignant tribute.

“Shane was truly one of the best people I ever had the privilege of sharing the track with… You never failed to put a smile on all of our faces.”
— Cormac Buchanan’s tribute to Shane Richardson

Community Impact
The deaths of Shane Richardson and Owen Jenner have sent shockwaves through the global motorsport community, particularly among New Zealand riders. This tragedy underscores the inherent risks of motorcycle racing, even for highly skilled competitors like Richardson and Jenner.

For Hannah, the loss is compounded by the fact that she has now endured the deaths of two partners in racing accidents. Her resilience and strength in the face of such immense grief are a testament to her character, but the tragedy highlights the emotional toll these incidents take on loved ones.