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“There was a delay in response because all the street racers were blocking the intersection and nearby streets,” Sutter said.

He "always went to the pit to fist bump his heroes, local racers Harry and Sam McGurk", his parents said.

"Adrian is a racer and one of the most competitive people I have ever met. He quickly understood what we are trying to achieve. We mean business - and so does he."

Cashmore came third after being given a one-minute penalty for a "drafting violation" - entering the slipstream of a racer in front, without intending to overtake.

Tim Brooking was healthy and fit - a former pole vaulter and bobsleigh racer, who competed for Britain and whose cousin was former England footballer Sir Trevor Brooking.