RISS RULED OUT

OXFORD Spires and Redcar have suffered a blow with the news that German racer Erik Riss faces time out due to illness.

Riss, who was also amongst the favourites for FIM Long Track honours this year, saw his 2023 campaign wrecked by similar issues as he was diagnosed with a build-up of pressure around the brain.

Riss said: “Unfortunately since last Sunday I’m experiencing a recurrence of previous health issues which are causing severe discomfort and impeding my vision.

“I am currently in the process of seeing various medical professionals, with the hope of finding answers so that I can receive the appropriate treatments and return to racing soon.

“I hope people can understand that this is a worrying time for me, and it’s very hard to accept that I will have to deal with this condition again.”