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Ian Lougher published a fiery statement after one of his riders was not allowed to compete at the North West 200
Road racing legend Ian Lougher expressed his disappointment and frustration with organisers at the North West 200 due to a dispute involving one of his riders being unable to race.
Illiam Quayle, set to debut at the North West 200 with Lougher’s ILR squad, was disqualified for not meeting the qualifying requirements after completing four laps in the newcomers’ session.
Quayle claimed he was unaware of the rule and was not informed about the qualification criteria during the previous briefings.
Despite efforts to find a resolution, organisers remained firm in their decision, leading to Lougher criticizing their handling of the situation.
Lougher, an eight-time North West 200 winner, issued a statement highlighting his disappointment with the event and questioning the organisers’ treatment of newcomers like Illiam Quayle.
