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Motorcycle Rider Dies During Oliver’s Mount Race in Scarborough
Police are seeking witnesses after Aran Sadler died when he came off a Kawasaki ZX636 during a race, officials said.
- On Saturday, April 11, 2026, motorcyclist Aran Sadler died after crashing his Kawasaki ZX636 during the Bob Smith Spring Cup at Oliver's Mount, with medical personnel pronouncing him dead at the scene.
- A former King of The Mount and Classic Superbike Champion, Sadler was a "tremendously popular member of our paddock community" who had previously competed in Northern Ireland and on the Isle of Man.
- Urging witnesses to come forward, North Yorkshire Police requested anyone with information or social media footage to contact them on 101, quoting reference 12260064669.
- Following consultations with the family, racing continued on Sunday at Oliver's Mount Racing, with managing director Andy Hayes stating the competitor "will be deeply missed by everyone."
- Tributes have poured in for the "beloved" motorcyclist, while the racing community continues to offer support to Sadler's partner, Lorna, and organizers asked attendees to keep the family in their thoughts.
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