2nd round - Thruxton
08-10 April 2005

Fresh from his first National Superstock pole position and new lap record at Brands Hatch Indy circuit, he had expectations of strong performance at Thruxton, however we saw a complete change in weather conditions from the summery Brands to an overnight frost & very windy conditions. Qualifying was difficult as Craig was plagued by some tyre problems, however still improving on last years time was a positive since this is only his second ever visit to Thruxton.

Craig eventually qualified in 8th. A good drive from the line saw him exit the complex in 6th then picked up another position to move into 5th, he settled in to the race and found a good rhythm, and with this a massive battle of six riders all wanting that 5th place commenced, with positions exchanging lap after lap, the tyre problems of qualifying came back to haunt him at a crucial time. With this in mind he had ease off enough in order to bring it home at the flag when, under the circumstances was a welcomed 8th place.