For the third successive weekend, Ryan Farquhar scored a double race win as he picked up both the Superbike and 600cc victories at the Skerries 100 road races in Southern Ireland. Held on the 2.92-mile circuit on the outskirts of Dublin, Ryan was in superb form as he led both races from start to finish, also smashing the 600cc lap record in the process.
Overnight and morning rain eventually gave way to sunny skies and clear conditions and Ryan's day got off to the perfect start on the Harker Kawasaki as he led the 8-lap Superbike race from start to finish, eventually taking the victory by 6.761seconds. A quick change of both leathers and machine saw Ryan take a close third in the Junior race on board Roy Hanna's 250cc Honda before heading out on the 600cc Harker Kawasaki for the Supersport 600cc race.
The Dungannon ace was again in imperious form over the 8 laps, leading from start to finish once more and his fastest lap of 107.196mph was not only a new class lap record but also the fastest lap of the day. Ryan's hopes of a hat trick were dashed though when the Grand Final was abandoned after an incident on the opening lap.
Speaking afterwards, Ryan commented:
'It's been another good day and with two more wins and another lap record, I'm really happy with how things are going. Keith Amor wasn't too far behind me on the opening laps of the Open race but I just watched my pit boards and bit by bit pulled away for a good win. The little 250cc Honda wasn't quite quick enough to challenge William and Michael (Dunlop) but it was still a solid result.'
'As for the 600cc race, the bike was working really well and I've got to say thanks to MSS for giving me a new engine and to John O'Grady for doing a great job on getting it set up perfectly. I managed to break the lap record on the final lap and actually went quicker than what I did on the big bike although I felt confident of going quicker in the Grand Final. It's a real shame the day ended on a low note and my best wishes go to those injured. It's a real busy time of the year for me but the bikes are working well and I'm looking forward to more of the same, next time out.'
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