Shane Byrne Wins High Court Claim for Crash Injuries

Shane Byrne, a six-time British Superbike champion, has successfully won a High Court case regarding serious injuries he sustained in a 2018 crash at Snetterton racetrack. The 47-year-old rider collided with a barrier after losing control of his Ducati Panigale, resulting in multiple fractures and internal injuries that ended his racing career. Byrne sued the three sports bodies responsible for the event, claiming the barrier was inadequate; they contended that he was at fault. In a ruling by Judge Peter Blair KC, the court held that the bodies were liable for Byrne's injuries, stating the incident was foreseeable and highlighting the lack of proper Type-A barriers. The judge noted that had appropriate safety measures been in place, Byrne's injuries could have been significantly reduced. The amount of damages owed to Byrne will be determined at a later hearing.