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The Isle of Man TT Races witnessed a surge in speeds on Friday, with Davey Todd and Peter Hickman locked in a fierce battle at the top of the Superbike leaderboard. Michael Dunlop dominated the Superstock and Supersport classes, while Peter Hickman set the fastest lap of the week so far in the Supertwin category. The Sidecars also impressed, with the Manx brothers Ryan and Callum Crowe continuing to up their speeds.
Road racing sensation Michael Dunlop has achieved a remarkable milestone, matching his legendary uncle Joey Dunlop’s 26 TT victories and breaking his all-time record in the Supertwin race at the 2024 Isle of Man TT. This historic feat cements the Dunlop dynasty as road racing’s most enduring, with Michael’s latest success taking on a poignant tone given the tragic losses in his family.
Michael Dunlop etched his name into the annals of TT 2024 history, matching the all-time record of 26 wins previously held by his late uncle Joey Dunlop. The 35-year-old road racing phenomenon delivered a dominant performance in the rescheduled Supertwin contest, leading from start to finish and claiming his second win of the week to surpass his uncle’s legendary record.
The 2024 TT racing schedule was upended on Tuesday, June 4, as inclement weather forced the cancellation of the Superstock race and a rescheduling of the Supertwin event. Despite some improvement in conditions, the track was deemed unsafe for competitive racing, leading organizers to ultimately cancel the Supertwin contest as well. Fans are now eagerly awaiting news on a revised timetable for the lost races.
The 2024 Isle of Man TT continues with the highly anticipated Superstock and Supertwin races, but the schedule faces delays due to forecasted rain. Follow the latest updates on this iconic road racing event, where riders push the limits amidst unpredictable weather.
The 2024 Isle of Man TT is off to a flying start, with practice and qualifying sessions establishing the pecking order for this year’s edition of the iconic road racing event. Superbike, Superstock, Supersport, Supertwin, and Sidecar classes saw some of the world’s best riders push their machines to the limit around the legendary 37.73-mile Mountain Course.