Defending British Quadcross Champion Harry Walker marked a highly successful start to the season with victory at the opening round of the 2026 Championship at Culham in Oxfordshire on Sunday.
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Qualifying
Harry set the tone for the weekend immediately in qualifying, delivering a blistering lap early in the session.
His pace was unmatched, securing pole position by nearly a full second ahead of the field. This dominant performance highlighted both his preparation and the strong setup of the new machinery.
Race 1
Harry got off to an excellent start, taking the holeshot and leading the pack into the opening laps. He was briefly challenged by the rider in second position, but demonstrated impressive composure and race pace.
Managing the pressure effectively, Harry steadily extended his lead and controlled the race from the front, ultimately securing a convincing first win of the day.
Race 2
The second race followed a similar pattern, with Harry once again achieving the holeshot. His line selection and consistency were key, allowing him to build a gap early on.
With clean, calculated riding, he maintained control throughout and brought home a comfortable second victory, reinforcing his dominance over the field.
Race 3
Track conditions evolved significantly for the final race, becoming much harder with deeper ruts forming. Harry didn’t get the best launch off the gate this time, entering the second corner in second position. However, through excellent race craft and smart line choices, he was able to close the gap to the leader. Seizing the right moment, Harry made a decisive pass and maintained first position for the remainder of the race, completing a perfect day of racing.
Overall
This was an outstanding start to the season, with Harry securing maximum points and taking the overall victory. The weekend also served as a valuable shakedown for the brand-new bikes, which performed exceptionally well under race conditions. It provides great confidence heading into both the British and World Championship campaigns.
Looking ahead, our focus now shifts to the opening round of the World Championship in France in two weeks’ time.
