round 2 preview

2026 A.C.U. / F.S.R.A. British F2 Sidecar Championship Incorporating the F2 Cup

Supported by Pagid Brake Pads/Breitenbach Rennsport, Whitby Cottages, Hegarty Plant Hire, Freight Hub, Tingles of Warmfield and Power Tools Rentals Ltd.

Round 2 – Cadwell Park – N.G. Road Racing – 18th - 19th April 2026

Words – Brian Ross (F.S.R.A. Press Officer) / Photograph – Simon Heath

The Lincolnshire circuit remains one of the world’s most beloved destinations for motorcycle

riders. The NG Road Racing Club Bike Championships will take place at Cadwell Park on 18-19 April 2026, featuring a high-octane lineup of motorcycle and sidecar action. As the second race weekend of the season, the 'Mini-Nürburgring' is set to highlight the skill of sidecar crews navigating one of the most technical circuits in the UK.

Known for its narrow track and significant elevation changes, Cadwell Park offers several iconic viewing spots for sidecar fans such as:

• The Mountain: Famous for bikes frequently getting "air," this section tests the suspension and bravery of sidecar duos.

• Hall Bends & Hairpin: Technical sections where the passenger's movement is vital for balance and traction.

The circuit is renowned for having some of the best natural viewing banks in the country, allowing fans to see large portions of the track from a single vantage point.

Sidecar racing at Cadwell Park is a fan favourite due to the intense physical demands the undulating track places on both riders and passengers. The short-wheelbase F2 outfits are perfectly suited to Cadwell's tight turns whilst the Supers often provide a mix of highly tuned machinery, where the synchronization between the driver and passenger is critical to maintaining speed through high-elevation changes like The Mountain.

Last season saw Crawford/Hardie take the lap record off Founds/Walmsley’s 2021 time for the Supers with all eyes on the Cup teams to see who will beat Payne/Wilkes time.

So early into the season there is all to play for with 5 more rounds after Cadwell.

After Round 1 the top 3 are:

Supers			Cup
1st	G. Holden/Lowther	45 pts	1st	Ramsden/Stell	50 pts
2nd	Ramsden/Stell	45 pts	2nd	Moore/Moore	36 pts
3rd	Crawford/Hardie	32 pts	3rd	Hegarty/Ludlow	33pts

Lap Records
Super	Crawford/Hardie	1:35.490	02.08.2025
Cup	Payne/Wilkes	1:36.206	07.08.2021

On behalf of the F.S.R.A., I would like to express thanks to our loyal series sponsors, who have continued to pledge their support. A.C.U, Pagid Brake Pads/Breitenbach Rennsport, Whitby Cottages, Hegarty Plant Hire, Freight Hub, Tingles of Warmfield, we thank you all for investing in the championship. This thanks is also extended to our new 2025 sponsors Power Tools Rentals Ltd. We thank you for coming on board and look forward to our partnership this season.

Finally, the F.S.R.A. would like to thank N.G Road Racing for hosting, and to all their resolute officials, marshals, medics and all other volunteers involved in running the event.