Tributes paid to motorcyclist Aran Sadler following fatal collision at Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough
Tributes have been paid to motorcyclist Aran Sadler following his tragic death during the Bob Smith Spring Cup on Oliver’s Mount.
Popular rider Sadler, from County Durham, passed away following an accident on the first lap of Saturday’s Supersport A race at the meeting in Scarborough, which was the first road race of 2026.
A statement released by the organising 243 Road Racing Association said he died at the scene after being quickly attended to by medical personnel.
“It is with profound sadness that the 243 Road Racing Association confirms the passing of competitor Aran Sadler, following an incident in the SuperSport A race during the Spring Cup races at Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough on Saturday, April 11,” the statement read.
“The incident was attended to immediately and treated by on-site medical personnel. Aran unfortunately succumbed to his injuries and passed away at the scene. The relevant authorities have been notified.
“Aran was an ever-present competitor and very much part of our paddock family. Our thoughts remain with his partner Lorna and Aran’s family. We hope they feel the support of everyone in the Oliver’s Mount community surrounding them at this time.
“Aran was a tremendously popular member of our paddock community and a champion several times over at Oliver's Mount. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him and raced alongside him.
“Our thoughts are entirely with Aran's family and his partner Lorna at this devastating time.”
North Yorkshire Police issued an appeal for witnesses and information following the collision.
The appeal read: “At approximately 3.20pm on Saturday April 11, a motorcyclist came off a Kawasaki ZX636 during a race.
“The rider, a man in his 30s, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
“The man’s family are aware and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.
“We are urging any spectators who were present at the event and have not yet spoken with officers to come forward.
“If you witnessed the incident,or have any information or social media footage that may assist the investigation, please contact us.
“Information can be provided by emailing [email protected] or by calling North Yorkshire Police on 101.
“Please quote reference 12260064669.”