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Fellow New Zealand rider Morgan McLaren-Wood, who suffered minor injuries in the crash, paid tribute to Richardson on social media.<\/p>\n
“Struggling to find the words for what happened,” he said. “Rest in peace Shane and Owen. My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time.”<\/p>\n
New Zealand Hutt City councillor Brady Dyer posted on Facebook: “Shane was proud to be from Wainuiomata and was admired both locally and abroad for his skill and passion.<\/p>\n
“This is a heartbreaking loss, and I know many in our community will be feeling it deeply.”<\/p>\n
Fellow New Zealand rider Cormac Buchanan said Shane was “truly one of the best people I ever had the privilege of sharing the track with”.<\/p>\n
Writing on Instagram, Buchanan said: “You never failed to put a smile on all of our faces. You were someone I could look up to and learn from and I am so lucky to have had your guidance in my first year in the UK.<\/p>\n
“I cherish all of the track walks with you and Damo, the hard battles we had, bumping bars and swapping paint. I’m grateful to have been able to consider you a competitor, rival, and a friend. I always felt your support no matter what the situation, race, or outcome was”.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n