Rider injured at Dundrod 150 dies in hospital

Lee Vernon, 24, from Stoke-on-Trent, crashed while on the third lap of the Superbike event at the Rock Crossroads section of the circuit.

Noel Johnston, Clerk of the Course, said; “I am deeply saddened by the news of Lee’s death. He first came to Dundrod as an 18 year old novice and has been back every year since. He was lovely lad and a credit to the sport and to his family. He will be sorely missed.”

Lee’s family have asked for people to respect their privacy and give them time to come to terms with what has happened.

They have decided to go along with Lee’s wishes for his organs to be donated, so that his memory can live on.

His family would like to convey their thanks to everyone who has offered their support and to the people who have provided practical help at this difficult time.

The Dundrod & District Motorcycle Club extended their ‘heartfelt sympathies to Lee’s family and circle of friends’.