BRITISH superbike rider Ben Godfrey has tragically died aged 25 after a crash at Donington Park.
The motorbike pro was taking part in a No Limits Trackdays event before falling from his bike.
Superbike star Ben Godfrey tragically passed away aged 25Credit: @BenGodfreyRacing
Ben Godfrey suffered fatal injuries at Donington Park
Motorsport is mourning the loss of Ben Godfrey (left)
A statement from the company read: “During the second advanced group session of our No Limits Track day today at Donington Park, Ben Godfrey, 25, collided with another bike on the approach to Redgate and fell from his machine.
“Tragically, he suffered serious injuries and despite immediate medical assistance trackside, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after.”
Godfrey had been due to compete in the Ducati TiOptions Cup at Silverstone for Team BGR later this year.
No Limits Trackdays director Mark Neate paid tribute to the late Brit.
He added: “Ben really was a fantastic young man and friends with so many people in the paddock, he was always smiling and had time for everyone.
“He was very excited for the start of the season and had taken part in many track days in the last month. Our thoughts are with his family, his partner Jordan and his team mates and friends.”
Ben Godfrey sadly lost his life after falling off his bike at Donington Park
Tragically Godfrey – who had previously raced in both the Superstock series and Endurance racing – was pronounced dead at the scene.
Fellow British Superbike racer Glenn Irwin paid tribute to Godfrey online.
He posted on Facebook: “Rest in peace Ben Godfrey. Gone way too soon. My thoughts are with his family, friends and team.”
Leicestershire Police confirmed they were aware of the incident in a statement released by a spokeswoman.
It said: “We were called at 11.20am today to a report of a collision at Donington Park. It happened at around 10.30am and involved two motorcycles.
“Officers attended the location where a 25-year-old man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
“A second man, 31, sustained serious injuries and was taken to Nottingham’s Queen’s Medical Centre for treatment.
“Enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the collision are ongoing.”
Source: Motorsport - thesun.co.uk
