Oh the joy of SKY + ! Having successfully avoided 'phone calls and text messages (from great mates wanting to tell me the racing results) I returned from holiday to watch the action for myself.

I was surprised to see that Chris had qualified 10th on the grid but over the moon when he finished 8th in Race 1, helped along by Camier taking Rea out on lap 14.

Chris seemed to have a better start in Race 2 and, after an amazing series of "green lane" antics and "offs" by several riders, secured himself a 6th place finish.

I couldn't fail to notice that Stalker was a gentleman as ever, as he gave Haslam a lift back to the garage.

A good consolidation round for Stalker then, as he retains 8th position and increases his points to 183.

The next round is at Donington Park, Chris' home turf, on September 23rd - can't wait to see the live action!

Tricky