Maria Costello continued her preparation for the Isle of Man TT races after competing in the Vauxhall International North West 200 Road Races event.
Poor weather conditions on the Antrim coast brought an abrupt end to the opening McKendry Supersport race when multiple incidents caused the race to be red flagged just three laps in to the five-lap race.
Spratton’s Costello, struggling with a handling issue on the Bob Wylie Triumph was awarded 30th place but, despite the disappointing finishing position, she gained valuable set-up information head of the TT races.
Costello said: “The wet conditions actually helped me stay with other riders down the fast straights and I was actually getting used to the handling issue and looking to make a move on the guys in front.
“The premature end to the race wasn’t a surprise; I’d already had three people crash in front of me and conditions were getting worse.
“I’m just glad all of the fallers are okay.
“The positives are that after working with Moto Shox we’ve come away with some valuable information we can use for the most important event on my calendar, the TT.
“Thanks to all the NW200 organisers for such a warm welcome. It’s such a shame the weather stopped play but Mervyn Whyte’s decision was for the best and I’ll be back next year for sure. Now we can look forward to competing at the Isle of Man TT Races.”