Serious road accident can’t stop Sussex race ace in his tracks

After being seriously injured just 12 weeks ago in a training accident and missing six races the Lewes track star secured enough points at the final round to finish in third place in the 2022 rookie championship.

His points were also valuable to his team, Comline Richardson Racing, as he helped them secure the overall team championship for 2022.

Qualifying in eighth in the Pro class Jack had a fantastic race finishing in sixth spot in the Pro class.

However in race two Jack was not so fortunate and was taken out while fighting for a top five position and had to retire with damage to his steering.

Luckily the points scored in race one were enough to secure third overall and the team championship.

Bartholomew had lost several weeks of the season as he recovered from serious injuries sustained while out training on his bike.

He said: “Obviously, the accident I had in July was a big blow to my season and ended any hopes of fighting for the championship.

"But to finish third in the rookie class helps with the disappointment.

"I’m super happy that my points also help secure the team championship as they have worked tirelessly all year to give me a good car every race.

“I’m going to take some time out to rest and fully recover before I start working on plans for next season.”

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