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Jonathan Rea Retires : Johnathan Rea has announced his retirement today from full time motorcycle racing.

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2025 Manx Grand Prix Results :

All the results from the 2025 Manx Grand Prix which was held over 17th August - 25th August 2025 on the Isle of Man Mountain Course.

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2025 Manx Grand Prix Schedule

The six days of practicing will commence on Sunday 17th August 2025 ahead of the four-race schedule taking place across the action-packed Summer Bank Holiday weekend, with the 2025 Manx drawing to a close on Monday 25th August with the headline Senior MGP Race.

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2025 Armoy Road Races Summary

2025 Armoy Road Races Summary : If you missed any of the action from the 25/26 July 2025 at the Armoy Road Races then we have it all here for you!

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2025 Armoy Road Races Results

2025 Armoy Road Races Results : Full results from the 2025 Armoy Road Races - The Race of Legends - from the 25/26 July 2025

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Jonathan Rea Retires

Jonathan Rea Retires :

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Photo Credit : Jonathan Rea Official Facebook Page

Jonathan Rea has announced his retirement.

Not just a champion. The Champion. 🐐

His own words say it best…

End of an Era. Dreamed Believed Achieved


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2025 Manx Grand Prix Results :

2025 Manx Grand Prix Results :

2025 Manx Grand Prix Results

The 2025 Manx Grand Prix ran from 17th August 2025 – 25th August 2025, with qualifying sessions being held from 17th August – 22nd August and two race days being held on 23rd August and 25th August 2025.

The results of the races are as follows :

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2025 Manx Grand Prix Schedule

2025 Manx Grand Prix Schedule :

2025 Manx Grand Prix Schedule

If you are lucky enough to be visiting the Isle of Man this year for either the Manx Grand or Classic TT check out the TBNI.Blog Visitors’ Guide.


The Manx Motor Cycle Club is pleased to confirm the dates for the 2025 Manx Grand Prix, which will take place from Sunday 17th August to Monday 25th August 2025 on the iconic Isle of Man TT Mountain Course

The 2025 edition promises to deliver an increased number of races as part of the fresh, action-packed modern race programme that will see the event return to its clubman sporting roots, focusing on developing the next generation of TT riders and upholding the traditions of the famous event going into its 102nd year..

The six days of practicing will commence on Sunday 17th August 2025 ahead of the four-race schedule taking place across the action-packed Summer Bank Holiday weekend, with the 2025 Manx drawing to a close on Monday 25th August with the headline Senior MGP Race.

With the Supersport and Supertwin machines now at the heart of the programme, spectators can expect intense competition, showcasing the skill and dedication of motorcycle road racing’s rising stars. The new schedule will maintain the spirit of the Manx Grand Prix while also evolving to provide a fresh experience for racers and fans alike.

A key change for the upcoming event is the removal of classic racing from the Manx Grand Prix schedule. This decision allows the reintroduction of the Classic TT, which will run in tandem as a standalone event in the Isle of Man’s racing calendar. This move is aimed at sustaining a second Mountain Course road race event, allowing the Manx Motor Cycle Club to concentrate on modern racing categories and its long-standing tradition of nurturing rising stars of the sport.

John McBride, Chairman of the Manx Motor Cycle Club said:  “We are incredibly excited for the 2025 Manx Grand Prix. The revised race programme, and modern racing focus will offer competitors and fans alike a highly competitive and thrilling spectacle. We are pleased to be able to give our riders better value for money with two races per class, as well as increased practice time, and feel that this re-focused approach, will ensure that the event can continue to play an important role in road racing for many years to come.”


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The CURRENT schedule for the MGP 2025 and 2025 Classic TT is listed as below. This is subject to change as the event progresses, responding to weather delays, cancellations and the use of  potential contingency days.

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Who Will Win the 2025/26 English Premiership?

Who Will Win the 2025/26 English Premiership?

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With the new 2025/26 Football Season only one week away from kickoff TBNI.Blog asked all the top AI models one simply worded question :

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2025 Armoy Road Races Summary

2025 Armoy Road Races Summary :

2025 Armoy Road races - Photograph from AMRRC Facebook Page
2025 Armoy Road races – Photograph from AMRRC Facebook Page

Armoy, Co. Antrim – July 25th & 26th 2025 – The 2025 Armoy Road Races, the final round of this year’s Ulster Road Race Championships, lived up to expectations as a spectacular showcase of pure road racing talent. Despite changeable conditions, with one large rain shower and an oil spill putting a temporary delay on a race day that was otherwise running like clockwork, the event culminated in a masterful display by Cork’s Michael Browne, who clinched the coveted ‘Race of Legends’ title and a sensational quadruple of victories.

The picturesque County Antrim village once again proved to be a formidable arena for some of the sport’s finest, drawing a massive crowd and a competitive field of 147 riders, including over 20 newcomers and international competitors. The weather, a typical Northern Irish mix, added an extra layer of complexity, demanding exceptional skill and quick decision-making from the riders and their teams.

2025 also marked the first year the event was live streamed, with full coverage of race day on the BBC iPlayer in association with Greenlight TV.


2025 Armoy Road Races : Full Results and Timings


The Race of Legends: Browne Reigns Supreme

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2025 Armoy Road Races Results

2025 Armoy Road Races Results :

The 2025 Armoy Road Races : The Race of Legends were held over the weekend of 25th and 26th July 2025. Friday 25th July 2025 saw a full day of qualifying followed by two races in the evening. Saturday 26th July 2025 was a full race day with 12 races taking place across the day.


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Friday 25th July 2025 :

2025 Armoy Road Races - Supertwin Race 1 Starting Grid - Photo from AMRRC Facebook Page
2025 Armoy Road Races – Supertwin Race 1 Starting Grid – Photo from AMRRC Facebook Page
Race. 1 : Clyde Shanks Supertwin
Race 2 : Hilton Car Sales Supersport

Saturday 26th July 2025 :

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2025 Armoy Road Races to be Televised Live

2025 Armoy Road Races to be Televised Live :

2025 Armoy Road Races to be Televised Live - Photograph from the Armoy Club’s Facebook Page

The Armoy Club have confirmed via a Press Release that the 2025 Armoy Road Races will be Televised Live!


Armoy Road Races to be Streamed Live on BBC Sport NI :

Motorcycling road racing fans from around the world are in for a real treat this weekend (Saturday 26th July) as the Armoy Road Races will be streamed live for the first time by BBC Sport NI. 

All the action will be streamed live on the BBC iPlayer for UK audiences and available internationally on the BBC Sport NI website. 

Produced by Greenlight Television, this pilot programme marks a significant milestone for the Armoy Road Racing Motorcycle Club (AMRRC) as they aim to expand their international reach. The event, renowned for its thrilling atmosphere, attracts fans and riders worldwide, offering them a chance to witness the excitement of Saturday’s racing from their homes.

Gareth McAuley, Chairman of AMRRC said; “This will give road racing fans access to one of the most popular events in the calendar. This is a fantastic development for the Armoy Road Races and something that the Club is very proud of.

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2026 Southern 100 Dates Confirmed

2026 Southern 100 Dates Confirmed :

This year’s Southern 100 has just wrapped up but already the confirmed dates for the 2026 event have been announced.

The 2026 Southern 100 will be held on 6th – 9th July 2026.

The dates have been added to the TBNI.Blog Road Racing Calendar.


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2025 Southern 100 Road Races Summary

2025 Southern 100 Road Races Summary :

Isle of Man : 7th – 10th July 2025

The Billown Course once again echoed with the roar of road racing machines this week, as the 2025 Southern 100 – ‘The Friendly Races’, delivered two days of pure thrills on Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th July.  After a frustrating start to the event, with Monday’s practice and Tuesday’s scheduled races heavily impacted by poor weather conditions, the resilient Manx spirit prevailed, and gave way to spectacular display of pure real road racing. 


Catch up with the Qualifying Sessions from the 2025 Southern 100 Road Races Here


Wednesday 9th July 2025 :

Photo : Ryan Crawley : Official Southern 100 Facebook Page

With the sun finally gracing the Billown Circuit, Wednesday 9th July became a packed schedule, compensating for lost track time. 

The day kicked off with the Ellan Vannin Fuels Senior Race. Right from the start, it was clear that Davey Todd was on a mission. Riding his 8TEN Racing BMW, Todd made a statement, pulling a modest but decisive gap by Iron Gate on the opening lap. 

While Dean Harrison, on his Honda Racing UK machine, briefly set the fastest lap on the second lap, Todd was in absolute command. He extended his lead lap by lap, culminating in a new race lap record of 2 minutes 11.433 seconds on lap four. 

This blistering pace propelled him to an eventual winning margin of 4.564 seconds over Harrison. 

A highly commendable performance also came from Nathan Harrison, who secured the final podium spot with a composed ride aboard his H&H Motorcycles Honda.

Next up was the JCK Limited 600cc B Race, which saw a fantastic battle unfold. Newcomer John Marsh (No. 54) impressed everyone by taking a third place on the podium. Paul Cranston (No. 93), who secured the win, building on his strong showing in qualifying. Dennis Booth (No. 26) completed the top three, in second position, adding to his consistent week.

The premier middleweight class, the H&H Motorcycles 600cc Race, proved to be a nail-biter. This race delivered multiple lead changes and some incredibly close-quarters racing. While results from this particular race were hard-fought and tight at the time of going to press, the sheer intensity was a highlight, showcasing the competitive depth in the Supersport category.

The day’s action concluded with the highly anticipated Ace Hire Sidecar Race. The dynamic duo of Ryan and Callum Crowe (No. 7 outfit) continued their impressive 2025 form, clinching a thrilling victory. They faced stiff competition from Pete Founds and Jevan Walmsley (No. 72 outfit), who, despite a major incident at the recent TT, showed incredible resilience on a borrowed machine to finish a strong second, just over six seconds adrift. Lee Crawford and Scott Hardie (No. 4 outfit) completed the podium, demonstrating their consistent pace.

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2025 Southern 100 Qualifying Summary

2025 Southern 100 Qualifying Summary :


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Southern 100 Celebrates its Platinum Jubilee.

The hallowed Billown Course has once again roared to life, as the 70th Anniversary Southern 100 kicked off its qualifying sessions on Monday, July 7th, and Tuesday, July 8th, 2025. Despite a challenging start with an unfortunate red flag incident on Monday and inclement weather halting Tuesday’s evening racing, the provisional grids are packed with talent, promising a week of exhilarating road racing.

Photo from Southern 100 Road Races Facebook Page
Photo from Southern 100 Road Races Facebook Page

Monday’s Opening Salvo: Todd Dominates, Dunlop Lurks

Under mostly dry skies, the opening day of qualifying on Monday saw riders waste no time in setting blistering paces. Davey Todd, on his 8TEN Racing BMW, immediately stamped his authority, topping the Superbike/Superstock charts with a formidable 2:14.216 lap. Close on his heels was local hero Nathan Harrison (Honda) at 2:16.163, demonstrating his intimate knowledge of the Billown circuit. Road racing titan Michael Dunlop, on his MD Racing BMW, settled into third with a 2:17.072, a clear indication that he was just finding his rhythm and would be a force to be reckoned with. Dean Harrison and Michael Sweeney also showed strong form, rounding out the top five.

The Super Twin class saw Rob Hodson pick up where he left off last year, leading the pack with a 2:27.006 on his Paton. Davey Todd continued his impressive multi-class performance by securing second in the Super Twins, showcasing his versatility. Paul Jordan and Joe Yeardsley also put in strong performances, setting up what promises to be a fiercely contested Lightweight race.

The Supersport sessions were equally captivating. Davey Todd once again led the yellow-plated “A” race contenders, posting a 2:20.160, narrowly ahead of Paul Jordan and Nathan Harrison. The “white plate” Supersport session for newer riders or those without pre-qualification was topped by Nathan Harrison, showing his all-around speed, with David Rigby leading the white plate entries.

A somber note was struck on Monday evening when a red flag brought the Supersport session to an early close due to a one-rider incident at Stadium Bend involving Yann Galli. Thankfully, reports confirmed the rider was conscious and stable, later transferred to a UK hospital. This incident, coupled with the approaching darkness, led to the postponement of the second Superbike and Lightweight sessions to Tuesday.


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