MILDURA'S Josh Waters' hopes of securing a fourth Australian Superbike Championship came crashing down on Sunday in Tailem Bend.

Going into the final race, Waters was just one point behind former teammate Troy Herfoss, who won the first race after taking pole.

In the final race, after leading for the first six laps, Waters was overtaken by Herfoss.

Just a few laps later, Waters lost control of ...