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Tauranga’s Brodie Connolly gets a “hurry-up” from fellow Kiwi James Scott, from Oparau. “I wasn’t really expecting to finish up so high in the world championships,” said Connolly. “I have learned heaps from this weekend and will take that away with me. I got a little tired near the end of the races, so will need to work on my strength and fitness.” Taihape’s Hayden Smith ended up 14th overall and Rongotea’s Zac Jilling finished up 31st overall in the 34-rider 125cc field. In the 85cc class, best of the Kiwis was Rangiora’s Cobie Bourke (KTM 85SX), who 90 KIWI RIDER finished 12th overall. Rongotea’s Rhys Jillings claimed 28th overall and Darfield’s Tyler Wiremu finished 31st in the 39-rider 85cc class that lined up at Horsham. Best of the Kiwis in the 65cc class was entrants was Waitoki’s Cole Davies (15th overall), with Nelson’s William Harvey finishing 32nd, Cambridge’s Harrison Findlay ending up 34th and Palmerston North’s Lachie Barr 35th.