TBNI.Blog Core Upgrade Complete

TBNI.Blog Core Upgrade Complete :

Upgraded, Refreshed, and Ready: Welcome to the New Engine Behind the Blog!

If you’ve noticed things looking a little sleeker or loading just a bit faster around here today, your eyes aren’t deceiving you. We just wrapped up a major engine swap behind the scenes!

Our site’s core framework has been upgraded to the latest stable release.

Why the Upgrade Matters (The Good Stuff)

While most of the heavy lifting happens under the hood, this upgrade brings some massive perks directly to you:

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2026 Armoy Road Races Results

2026 Armoy Road Races Results :

The 2026 Armoy Road Races – The Race of Legends was held over the weekend of 24th / 25th July July 2026.

Friday 24th 2026 saw a full day of practice sessions and was concluded with two early evening races. Saturday saw a full day of racing with every class of motorcycle getting an outing on the tight, winding roads of the Armoy circuit.

Full results are as follows…


Friday 24th July 2026 :

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2026 Walderstown Road Races Results

2026 Walderstown Road Races Results :

Fore Motorcycle Racing Club Logo

The 2026 Walderstown Road Races, the famed “Race of the South,” returned to County Westmeath on July 18–19, 2026. Organised by the Fore Motorcycle Racing Club, the sun-drenched weekend delivered top-tier national road racing action highlighted by historic milestones and lap records.

Dunlop Dominates with Another Hat-Trick :

The headline story of the weekend belonged to Michael Dunlop MBE (MD Racing – BMW). Replicating his 2022 feat, Dunlop left the Walderstown circuit with a commanding hat-trick of race victories, including a masterful performance in the feature Terence Healy Motorcycles Open Race.

  • Historic Tally: The Open race victory marked Dunlop’s 137th career Irish National road race win.
  • The Podium: Dunlop maintained his perfect 2026 unbeaten streak in the 1000cc national category, overcoming pole-sitter Michael Sweeney (Martin Jones Racing – BMW) and early race leader Derek McGee (BE/RK Racing – BMW), who made a highly popular and strong return to the roads scene.

Sweeney Smashes the Lap Record :

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2026 Skerries 100 : John O’Donovan

2026 Skerries 100 : John O’Donovan :

It has been confirmed that John ‘Plumb’ O’Donovan has died following an incident at the 2026 Skerries 100.


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WestCork Mcc : “It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend and fellow club member, John “Plumb” O’Donovan.

John was a much-loved character within the West Cork Motorcycle Club and someone who will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was known for his incredible sense of humour and quick wit, his generosity, and his unwavering friendship. No matter where he went, John had a way of making people smile and bringing others together.

John’s dedication to racing was second to none. He worked tirelessly to pursue the sport he loved, putting countless hours into preparing, improving, and giving everything he had on the track. His determined riding style earned him respect from fellow competitors, but it never left the circuit. Once the racing was over, John was always the first to share a laugh, crack a joke, and enjoy the camaraderie that made the racing community so special. That balance of fierce competitor and genuine friend is how so many of us will remember him.

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with John’s wife Valerie, children Sean, Libby and Emily, family, loved ones, and all who are mourning his loss at this incredibly difficult time.

Rest easy, Plumb.”

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2026 Southern 100 Results

2026 Southern 100 Results :

Southern 100 Logo

The 2026 Southern 100 Road Races were held over the 6th – 9th July 2026 at the Billown, Castletown Circuit on the Isle of Man.

Practice and qualifying sessions were held on 6th and 7th July 2026 with racing then held on 8th and 9th July.


If you are visiting, or maybe planning a visit to, the Southern 100 Road Races make sure to check out the TBNI.Blog Southern 100 Road Races Visitors’ Guide.


2026 Southern 100 Results :

Wednesday 8th July 2026 :

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2026 Skerries 100 Results

2026 Skerries 100 Results :

Loughshinny Logo

The 2026 Skerries 100 marked the return of road racing to the Republic of Ireland and was held over the weekend of 4th – 5th July 2026.

Saturday 4th July saw practice sessions completed across all classes with racing scheduled for Sunday 5th July 2026.

Unfortunately the event was struck by tragedy following the death of a competitor in Race 2 – Junior Support, which resulted in the event being cancelled as a mark of respect for the fallen rider.


2026 Skerries 100 Results :

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2026 Tandragee 100 : James Walsh

It has been confirmed that James Walsh has died following an incident at the 2026 Tandragee 100


Source : https://www.facebook.com/groups/203346583021038/permalink/27782565991339059/

2026 Tandragee 100 : James Walsh

On behalf of the North Armagh Motorcyle & Car Club (Tarmac Section) Ltd is with profound sadness that we confirm James Walsh has passed away in hospital after being airlifted from the event last Saturday. We are completely heartbroken by this tragic loss, and our entire club is mourning a truly valued member of our racing community.

Road racing is a sport built on shared passion and tight bonds, which makes a loss like this resonate deeply with every rider, official, and fan. Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies are with his partner Claire, his Mom Geraldine, the rest of his family, friends, and his own club members during this incredibly devastating time.

We want to express our immense gratitude to the MCUI UC Medical Team, the air ambulance crew, and the medical staff who fought so hard to save him. Out of respect for his family as they navigate this immense grief, we ask everyone to respect their privacy and allow them the time and space they need.

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2026 Tandragee 100 Results

2026 Tandragee 100 Results :

2026 Tandragee 100 Banner

Friday Practice & Qualifying: Browne Sets the Standard

The opening day of the 62nd Tandragee 100 presented competitors with a day of almost uninterrupted sunshine. That however brought its own problems as the evening progressed the sun became a problem as it got lower in the beautiful early summer sky. That coupled with an incident involving a belligerent spectator meant that the two Friday evening races were unfortunately cancelled.

In the premier Supersport qualifying session, Cork’s Michael Browne demonstrated exceptional form aboard the Boyce Precision Engineering/Russell Racing Yamaha. Browne was the only rider to break the three-minute barrier, securing pole position with a commanding lap of 2:59.629.

Multi-time Isle of Man TT winner Michael Dunlop MBE spearheaded the chase, qualifying second with a :03.00.084, while Skerries rider Michael Sweeney completed the front row (3:02.944).

Neil Kernohan at the 2026 Tandragee 100 - Marlacoo Corner

Saturday Race Day: Dunlop Asserts Dominance

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2026 Kells Road Races Results :

2026 Kells Road Races Results :

2026 Kells Road Races Flyer

Road Racing finally returned to the Republic of Ireland for the first time since Covid brought it to an unprecedented end in 2020. Then the difficulties in obtaining insurance really looked like it was threatening the very future of bikes ever returning to race between the Irish hedges.

2026 promised a return for Irish Road Racing and Saturday and Sunday 20th and 21st June 2026 saw that promise come to fruition with the Kells Road Races taking place on the 3.5km Crossakiel Circuit.

The results of a beautiful sun-kissed day of racing can be found below :


2026 Kells Road Races : Race Day – Sunday 21st June – Results :

2026 Kells Road Races Race Order

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2026 Isle of Man TT Results

2026 Isle of Man TT Results :

2026 Isle of Man TT Results

The 2026 Isle of Man TT was one of the most difficult for the organisers in recent history. Practice week saw the Island baked in glorious sunshine however numerous on track incidents resulted in many schedule changes, however as qualifying got successfully wrapped up unfortunately the weather also left the Island behind bringing almost a solid week of rain.


You can read a full summary of the Practice / Qualifying Week here : https://tbni.blog/2026/06/02/2026-tt-races-qualifying-summary/


After a week of week of inclement weather leading to postponements and cancellations only 5 races were declared. The Senior TT having only one complete and actually being declared a result after a red flag on lap 2.


You can read a full summary of the Race Week here : https://tbni.blog/2026/06/07/2026-tt-races-race-week-summary/


2026 Isle of Man TT Results :

As seen in this graphic from the Official TT Pages the Race Week Schedule got absolutely butchered as the week progressed.

2026 Isle of Man TT Race Week Calendar

Race Postponed

Sunday 31st May 2026 : RST Superbike TT - 6 Laps

Rest Day.

Monster Energy Supersport TT Race 1 – 3 Laps :

Tuesday 2nd June 2026 : Monster Energy Supersport TT Race 1 - 3 Laps

Race Postponed

Cancelled : RL360 Superstock TT Race 1 – 3 Laps : Cancelled.

Monster Energy Supersport TT Race 2 – 3 Laps :

Monster Energy Supersport TT Race 2 - 3 Laps :

Carole Nash Sportbike TT Race 1 – 2 Laps :

Carole Nash Sportbike TT Race 1 - 2 Laps :

Milwaukee Senior TT – 1 Lap :

Milwaukee Senior TT - 1 Lap

Cancelled : Carole Nash Sportbike TT Race 2 – 3 Laps : Cancelled


Keep up with all the latest News on the Isle of Man TT Races Facebook Page, the Official Isle of Man TT Races Twitter Feed and the Official Isle of Man TT Races Website.  

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