BSB Mourns the Loss of Champion, Steve Hislop

31 July 2003

British Motorsport Promoters (BMP) would like to offer their sincerest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of reigning British Superbike champion Steve Hislop, who was tragically killed on Wednesday in a helicopter accident in his native Scotland.

The 41 year old Scot was a two-time British Superbike champion having first won the title in 1995. He won his second British title last year with 7 race victories.
Having recovered from a broken neck, Steve also incredibly went on to win 11 races and finished runner-up in the 2001 championship, despite his season ending as a result of leg injuries.

BSB Series Director Jos Foulston said: “Steve was an incredibly talented and resilient motorcycle racer who was greatly admired by the racing fraternity and fans alike. He was a highly respected Champion, whom we were looking forward to see return to the series with a new team. It’s a tragic loss and the championship will not be the same without him. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this time”.

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