Clark Conquers, Belton Extends Unbeaten Streak at Sudbury MCC Jim Aim Memorial Enduro Cross
Friday August 1, 2025 at 12:21pm
The Sudbury Motor Cycle Club hosted its second thrilling Jim Aim Memorial Enduro Cross event on Wednesday evening, delivering an action-packed spectacle for several hundred enthusiastic spectators. The event featured 12 intense, seven-minute sprint races, culminating in a dramatic Super Final.
Competitors were divided into three main groups: Championship & Expert in Group C, Clubman in Group B, and Clubman Vets in Group A. The top three riders from each class earned their spot in the highly anticipated Super Final.
Championship Class Dominance
The Championship class saw a dominant performance from Braintree MCC's Ben Clark, who took first overall after securing four flawless first-place finishes in his individual races. Jack Sheppard was consistently strong, earning second overall with four second-place finishes, while Will Hughes rounded out the top three, claiming third overall with four third-place finishes.
Expert Class Thrills
In the Expert class, local Sudbury MCC Member Eddie Belton continued his remarkable unbeaten streak in Eastern Centre solo and two-man events this season. Belton's perfect record of four first-place finishes secured him the top spot, marking another victory in the Expert class since upgrading from Clubman. Jack Berry consistently challenged, earning second overall with results of 2nd, 2nd, 2nd, and 3rd. George Eustace secured third overall, demonstrating grit with finishes of 3rd, 5th, 5th, and 4th.
Clubman and Clubman Vets Showdown
The Clubman category saw Adam Tutton clinch first overall with a strong showing of 3rd, 2nd, 2nd, and 1st place finishes. Kane Fisher fought hard for second overall, with results of 1st, 3rd, 1st, and 5th, narrowly beating out Curtis Mealham, who took third overall with finishes of 2nd, 1st, 5th, and 3rd.
In the Clubman Vets, James Holt was unstoppable, claiming first overall with a perfect run of four first-place finishes. Richard Squirrel secured second overall with consistent 2nd, 2nd, 3rd, and 3rd place finishes, while Kevin Silvainrounded out the top three with 3rd, 5th, 2nd, and 2nd place finishes.
Super Final Spectacle
The Super Final saw riders staggered at the start, adding a strategic dimension to the already fierce competition. Championship rider Ben Clark, starting last, demonstrated exceptional skill and tactical prowess. Clark meticulously worked his way through the field, navigating past back markers with precision, to ultimately claim his overall victory and fifth first-place finish of the season across all events. His calculated approach paid dividends, proving his mastery of the Enduro Cross format.
The competition throughout the evening was fierce, with riders pushing their limits across a challenging course. The "Spectator Straight" proved to be a highlight, offering maximum visibility for the hundreds of onlookers as riders tackled a series of formidable obstacles. Giant tyres, an intricate log matrix, demanding log jumps, and a punishing rock garden asked difficult questions of every competitor, providing exhilarating moments for both riders and fans alike.
This year's Enduro Cross, held in memory of the late, great Jim Aim who did so much for the sport, continues to be a popular event on the ACU Eastern Centre calendar, promising even more thrilling action in the future.