The Southern 100 MCRC, organisers of the Southern 100 International Road Races, regret to announce that following an incident involving four-competitors at Stadium Bends during the 600cc Challenge race, Driffield rider, James Cowton succumbed to his injuries.

The other riders involved, Ivan Lintin is in a critical condition, whilst Jamie Coward has shoulder injuries and Mickey Evans leg and arm injuries.

Southern 100 Racing extends it sincere condolences to family, relatives ...and friends of James Cowton at this very sad time.

The organisers are carrying out a full investigation in conjunction with Isle of Man Constabulary into the circumstances of the incident on behalf of the Coroner of Inquests.

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On behalf of all who use TTwebsite.com. I take this opportunity to extend our sincerest condolences to the Family and Friends of Jamie.

R.I.P. Jamie


Malcolm

Very sad news indeed

I echo those sentiments, Malcolm.

My sincere condolences to James's partner; the Cowton family; and the many friends and supporters that he has now sadly left behind. May James rest peacefully.

I too echo malcolms sentiments in the op of this thread.

I'm shocked and saddened by James cowtons passing.

RIP James

We will all miss his presence.

So tragic, I echo all of the above wishes and thoughts. What a bad year. RIP James.

RIP james and my thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by the terrible incidents of the last couple of weeks

I'm numb. A tragic, tragic loss. With his NW200 win, it seemed James was just coming into his prime. Sincere condolences to all his family and friends.