As the SA Reliability Trials Championship continues its thrilling 2024 season, the Mike Connors Trial is set to return to Keyneton on Saturday, May 25th. Building on the excitement from the highly successful Phillip Haydon Trial, which saw registrations close early due to hitting maximum capacity, the Mike Connors Trial is looking to be a huge day for riders and spectators.
Returning for 2024, Riders will start at Keyneton Oval before they head over the hills towards the Barossa. With the lack of rain coming into the event, competitors will be kept on their toes through dust and loam as they face off the 2-lap format, riding for about 6 – 8 hours.
Entry List:
Feeling a bit of déjà vu? Entries hit capacity and closed early as 208 competitors gear up to take on the course for 2024. Following an exceptional round 1, the Reliability Trials have truly bounced back from the lull caused by COVID-19.
This weekend, all eyes will be on Nick Throup, the current 2024 Expert Solo Champion and winner of round 1. Nick aims to solidify his lead in the points standings, leveraging the absence of his closest competitor and brother, Tristan Throup, who secured the runner-up position in the first round but won’t be competing this weekend. Current third-place Expert Open rider Samuel Nenasheff is set to join the stacked field and challenge Nicholas. Coming off last weekend’s AORC wins, Rowan Pumpa will also be looking to close the Championship lead gap.
The competition is set to heat up in the Sidecar field as the top three teams—Bradley Hunter/Bradley Manuel, Shane Schiller/Steven Doecke, and Shane Beckmann/Adam Brook—are all back for a round two rematch. After an unfortunate premature exit in round one, the 2023 Sidecar Champion team of Max Hutchesson and Sam Hutchesson will be eager to get their 2024 Championship back on track.
Adding to all the excitement, round 1 class heavy hitters set to take on this weekend include Jake Henderson in ‘Clubman Open 2-Stroke,’ Noah Riebke in ‘Clubman Up to 405cc 4-Stroke,’ and Tyson Schumacher in ‘406cc & Over Four Stroke.’ Coming off her round 1 Ladies All Powers win, Chloe Barton is fired up to make it 2 for 2, but with exceptionally fast ladies joining her, this weekend could be anyone’s to take.
Check out the full entry list – HERE.
Where:
Returning to the Barossa District, Keyneton remains a fan favourite round for families of all ages to enjoy South Australia’s reliability trial talents. This year, the event will kick off at the Keyneton Oval, where all the main information and control start will be located. The Keyneton Progress Association will be on hand, offering a variety of hot food and cold drinks, while a coffee van ensures riders and spectators are energized for a full day of action.
Start planning your trip – HERE.
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When:
Drop by the main control at Keyneton Oval early for all the excitement of the Round 2 Mike Connors Trial kick-off as the first rider is due out at 8:44 am.
First Rider Times and Distance:
Spectator Areas:
Once you’ve stocked up on food and drink at the main control point at Keyneton Oval, be sure to catch some of the action at the nearby spectator area. Don’t forget to pick up a copy of the spectator maps, which will guide you to the best spots to experience all the excitement of the Mike Connors Trial.
Live Timing:
Provisional Live results will be published on my.raceresult.com.
To access live timing…
- Go to sartchampionship.au and follow the “LIVE TIMING” links.
- Scan the QR code in the program or at Main Control.
- Live timing viewing will be available on screen at Main Control.
Final results published on the SART Championship Series website.
For Supp Regs, Rule Book, latest news & more, please visit sartchampionship.au
Results:
All the Mike Connors Trial final results will be published on the SART Championship Series website after the event. Results are provisional for 5 days after publication to allow competitors to review. After the 5 day period they are locked in and final. For Supp Regs, latest news & more, please visit sartchampionship.com
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