🏍️ Supertwin Races (RB Engineering Kawasaki)
Christian Elkin claimed a stunning brace, winning both Supertwin races aboard his RB Engineering Kawasaki:
- Race 1: Elkin led the field, fending off Finnan Wherity (WCS Racing Yamaha) for first place.
- Race 2: He successfully defended his lead against Dean McMaster (Air NI Kawasaki) taking first place.
- Championship: These victories narrowed his points gap to leader Caolan Irwin, who was absent on the day. Christian is in second place at present.
🏁 Supersport Support Races (DynoCentre NI Yamaha)
Elkin also showcased strong form in Supersport:
- Race 1: He grabbed second place, finishing behind Graeme Irwin (Magic Bullet Ducati) and establishing a clear five-second gap to third place
- Race 2: He followed up with a third-place finish, maintaining consistency, again behind Irwin and Mark Conlin – wrapping up the day with two podiums in class
- Championship: These strong results keep him running in second place.
🔍 Summary Table: Christian Elkin’s Performance at Kirkistown
| Category | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Supertwin | 1st & 1st | Two commanding wins on the RB Engineering Kawasaki |
| Supersport #1 | 2nd | Chased home by champion Graeme Irwin |
| Supersport #2 | 3rd | Solid podium finish behind Irwin & Conlin |
📈 Championship Implications
- Supertwin standings: Elkin’s double victory has significantly tightened the championship chase, closing the gap to longstanding leader Caolan Irwin. Christian still sits in second place.
- Supersport class: While Graeme Irwin asserted dominance, Elkin’s consistent top‑three finishes keep him firmly in podium contention. Currently running in second place.
✅ Final Take
Christian Elkin delivered an impressive performance at Kirkistown: absolutely dominant in Supertwins with back‑to‑back victories and highly competitive in Supersport with two podium results. His results not only highlighted his consistency and speed but also reinforced his reputation as a top contender in both championship categories.