IMC Season Opener to Carry the Title: The Gene McDonnell Memorial
As they prepare to launch their 2026 season, the Irish Minibike Championship invites you to an unmissable opening round at Nutts Corner on Sunday, 19th April, carrying the distinguished honour of ‘The Gene McDonnell Memorial Trophy ‘race.
This year marks 40 years since Gene’s passing, following a freak accident during the 1986 250cc Isle of Man TT race, where the young rider collided with a runnaway horse, which had been startled when a helicopter had come in to land to take an injured competitor to hospital, described as the most horrific accident ever on the TT circuit, Gene and the horse were both killed instantly. The IMC is truly honoured to celebrate the life and achievements of one of the sport’s most influential figures with an event that unites our entire community.
