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Rich hawks back a decade

Rich Hawkins on his way to victory

Foxdale man wins Billown opener

Rich Hawkins took the honours at the opening race of the 2017 Blackford’s pre-TT Classic.

 

It was a first victory in a decade in the 350cc singles race for the Foxdale man as he finished clear of Welsh duo Bob Owen and Meredydd Owen on the podium.

 

Keith Shannon was quickest in the 250cc class from Will Loder and Alan Smallbones.

 

Tim Glover saw the finish.

 

Racing continues at Billown on Bank Holiday Monday.

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