DRAMA, DOMINANCE & DETERMINATION AT CULHAM


May 19th, 2025.

British Quadcross Championship, Round 3, Culham Moto Park, Snday 18th May 2025.

Report & images; Earths Eye Media.

The third round of the British Quad Championship once again delivered a thrilling day of high-stakes racing, hard-fought battles, and a standout performance from reigning champion Harry Walker.



The Oxfordshire circuit, known for its flowing layout and testing terrain, proved to be a real challenge for this third round after overnight watering turned the surface into a tactical minefield for the morning’s qualifying session.

Qualifying: Tactics Over Speed
Qualifying kicked off under tough conditions as riders faced a heavily watered track that demanded both patience and strategy. With grip at a premium and deep ruts forming early, many riders opted to test different lines and bide their time before putting in a flying lap. Despite the challenges, the competition was fierce, with the top riders separated by just seconds. Welshman Dafydd Davies rose to the occasion, setting a blistering 1:51.5 lap to claim pole position. Just 0.475 seconds behind was title contender Harry Walker, who looked smooth and composed on his way to second. Rounding out the top three was a strong showing from Jamie Morgan, posting a 1:52.6 to place himself in prime contention for the races ahead.


Harry Walker dominated all 3 races.

Race 1: Walker Strikes Early
As the gate dropped for Race 1, Oli Sansom reacted the quickest, snatching the holeshot and leading the pack into the first few corners. However, it wasn’t long before Walker made his move — showcasing the precision and power that earned him last season’s title. He quickly carved his way into the lead and never looked back, controlling the race from the front and laying down consistently fast laps to secure a convincing win.

Behind him, a fierce battle unfolded as Morgan, Murray Graham, and Carl Bunce jostled for position. Each rider pushed hard with Morgan making his way to the front of the group, followed by Graham and Bunce respectively. Meanwhile, Davies, despite his strong qualifying, suffered mechanical issues that forced two unscheduled pit stops, pushing him down the order and leaving him with plenty of work to do in the remaining races.


Jamie Morgan took strong finishes for 2nd overall.

Race 2: Walker in Command; Mid-Pack Battles
Race 2 saw Harry Walker rocket out of the gate and nail the holeshot. With clean air ahead, he rode flawlessly, extending his lead with every lap and crossing the finish line well ahead of the chasing pack for his second win of the day.

Behind him, Davies bounced back with renewed energy and was soon embroiled in a tight contest with Morgan. Despite Davies’ aggressive riding and several attempts to reclaim the spot, Morgan held firm, defending brilliantly and eventually pulled clear to secure another strong finish. The mid-pack delivered just as much excitement, as Graham and Bunce traded places in a battle that kept the spectators on their feet. Bunce, known for his grit, refused to yield, making Graham work for every inch and producing one of the day’s most entertaining duels.


Carl Bunce battled hard for 3rd.

Race 3: Total Walker Domination
In the final race of the day, Walker delivered a textbook start, once again claiming the holeshot and setting a relentless pace from the front. Lap after lap, he extended his advantage, eventually finishing a full 24 seconds ahead of second-placed Morgan, with Davies recovering well to take third, 11 seconds further back. Walker’s dominance was unquestionable — three wins from three starts, each one more commanding than the last.

One of the standout stories of the weekend came from Zak Orchard, who, despite struggling off the start in all three races, showed immense determination and consistency. He fought through the field in each moto, ultimately securing a top-10 overall — a commendable achievement under the circumstances.


Murray Graham never gave up.

In the Under-21s class, the young guns also provided plenty of action. Aled Davies and Louie Holt engaged in a series of closely contested battles. Holt, however, was in particularly sharp form, riding with confidence and pace to secure first place in the category and take the overall U-21s win.

Final Standings: Walker, Morgan, Bunce
As the dust settled at Culham, Walker stood proudly on the top step of the podium having delivered a perfect set of scores and further strengthening his grip on the 2025 British Quadcross Championship. Morgan secured a well-earned second overall with a trio of strong finishes, while the ever-consistent Bunce rounded out the podium in third after a solid day of racing.


Louie Holt continues to lead in the U-21s.

The Championship now enters the second half of the series with Walker in imperious form. However, with rivals like Morgan, Davies, and Bunce showing serious pace and resilience, there’s still plenty to play for in what promises to be a thrilling remainder of the season.

Nora-MX Championship results are available HERE

Official British Quadcross Championship results to follow from the ACU.


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