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Joe Talbot was taken to hospital after crashing at the Oulton Park BSB test.
Bimota BSB rider Joe Talbot was taken to the hospital after crashing during the BSB test at Oulton Park, when he lost control at turn one, prompting red flags on the final day of the session. The 22-year-old was first assessed at the circuit medical centre and later transferred to Stoke Hospital for further evaluation. The British Superbike Championship released a statement on Instagram, citing a possible technical issue as the cause of the crash. Talbot managed to set his best time before the incident but ranked sixth overall on the timesheets. Talbot is set to debut in the 2026 BSB season after previously competing at Donington Park in September. Kyle Ryde posted the fastest time of the test, escorted by teammates Glenn Irwin and PBM’s Scott Redding as they prepare for the upcoming season. The 2026 British Superbike Championship is scheduled to kick off at Oulton Park on 3–5 May.
