Rider dies in Brands Hatch crash

A motorbike racer has died in hospital following a crash in the British leg of the World Supersport Championship at Brands Hatch.

Honda rider Craig Jones, 23, of Peterborough, suffered serious head injuries in the ninth round last Sunday.

He was transferred to the Royal London Hospital by Kent Air Ambulance but died in the early hours of Monday.

His team manager paid tribute to him as one of Britain's "brightest hopes" in world championship motorcycle racing.

Parkalgar Honda team manager Simon Buckmaster said: "The team's thoughts are with Craig's family and friends at this very difficult time. More at BBC