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Celebrating 40 Years: The Gene McDonnell Trophy and Its Legacy at IMC

A new season begins as a legacy is honored. Join the Irish Minibike Championship at Nutts Corner this Sunday, April 19, for the 2026 season opener: The Gene McDonnell Memorial. Marking 40 years since the passing of a racing legend, this event features a high-stakes 10-lap tribute race and a rare display of Gene’s iconic machinery. Don’t miss this powerful union of racing history and high-octane action.

2024 Cookstown 100

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2026 Cookstown 100 Opens Road Racing Season

2026 Cookstown 100 Opens Road Racing Season : The first race of the 2026 Season is scheduled for 24th / 25th April 2026 in Cookstown!

2026 TT Live Pass

Events, Motorcycle Road Racing, Motorcycling, Motorsports, news, Sports, Tourism

2026 TT Live Pass

The TT Live Pass returns for 2026 with more coverage and more cameras to bring you right to the heart of the action.

Bear Competitions Logo

Events, Motorcycle Road Racing, Motorcycling, Motorsports, news, Sports, Tourism

2026 Cookstown 100 Tickets : Final Call

2026 Cookstown 100 Tickets : Final Call : It is your final week to get your Race Packages for the 2026 Cookstown 100.

WRC Rally Scotland

Motoring, Motorsports, news, Sports

WRC to return to UK in 2027 : Rally Scotland

WRC to return to UK in 2027 : the FIA World Rally Championship will have a Rally Scotland added to the calendar.

Paul Jordan Jackson Racing Isle of Man TT, Paul Jordan Supertwin Podium, Ducati Panigale V2 Road Race Spec.

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Paul Jordan Re-Signs with Jackson Racing for TT 2026:

Magherafelt's Paul Jordan confirms 2026 Isle of Man TT plans with Jackson Racing. Read about his switch to Ducati and his hunt for more TT podiums.

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Celebrating 40 Years: The Gene McDonnell Trophy and Its Legacy at IMC

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IMC Season Opener to Carry the Title: The Gene McDonnell Memorial

Irish Minibike Championship - Starting Grid

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.

Gene McDonnell, on his F2 Yamaha, North West 1986

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2026 Cookstown 100 Opens Road Racing Season

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Full Grids and Fierce Competition Expected as 2026 BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 Opens Road Racing Season

2025 BEAR Competitions Man of the Meeting winner, Darryl Tweed, alongside Janine Crooks (race secretary) and Baylon McCaughey (Press Officer) at the launch of the 2026 BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 road races
2025 BEAR Competitions Man of the Meeting winner, Darryl Tweed, alongside Janine Crooks (race secretary) and Baylon McCaughey (Press Officer) at the launch of the 2026 BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 road races

The 2026 BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 road races are scheduled for Friday, 24th April, and Saturday, 25th April. As the opening road race of the year, the event features full grids across most classes and welcomes an impressive 38 newcomers. Recent rule changes have provided valuable support to some of the smaller classes, marking a positive step for the sport.

2025 Man of the Meeting, Darryl Tweed, returns, aiming to reclaim his title. Pleased with his Easter Monday results, Tweed will compete on his new 2026 machines: the Ability Energy Honda Fireblade and the Stanley Stewart Racing (works) Triumph. After a few years away, Paul Jordan is determined to add his name to the winners’ list and will be racing the ex-works WSSP Jackson Racing V2 Ducati Panigale ( along with their 660 Aprilia and Honda Fireblade), which he debuted at Kirkistown on Easter Monday.

 Michael ‘Micko’ Sweeney, another top road racer, is always a contender. With Superbike, New Generation Supersport, and Supertwin machinery at his disposal, the Skerries rider is also a former Man of the Meeting award winner at Cookstown.

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2026 TT Live Pass

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2026 TT Live Pass : (20% Discount Code Available until 03/04/2026)

NOW AVAILABLE. 2026 LIVE PASS

This is 37.73 miles of public road racing. This is the Mountain Course. This is TT 2026. LIVE. 

Every session. Every race. Every moment, available live and on-demand.

In 2026, coverage goes deeper with a new Assembly Area studio, enhanced qualifying coverage and race days boosted by 60% more cameras for clearer sector‑by‑sector insight.

You’ve seen history unfold before.
Join us again and watch TT 2026 live.

One-off payment of only £23.99. Get 20% off with code TTFAN26 at checkout.

Offer valid for 7 days only
Ends Friday 03 April at 23:59 BST

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2026 Cookstown 100 Tickets : Final Call

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2026 Cookstown 100 Tickets : Final Call

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BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 Race Packages; Please Read

URGENT: The FINAL CLOSING DATE to purchase your Race Package is Sunday, 29th March! After this date, no more packages will be available—no exceptions. Remember, ONLY those who purchase a Race Package will receive the exclusive 2026 BEAR Competitions Race Programme (Which includes the chance to win £1000.00). You have just TEN days left—secure your Race Package now before it’s too late!

Standard Package: £25 per person (Under 16s Free)

VIP Package: £75 per person—includes exclusive paddock access, hot food, and drinks while you watch the action up close.

Purchase via PayPal: [email protected]. Please use the Family & Friends option, and remember to include your address in the Notes section. Packages will be processed and posted after purchase. Don’t wait—secure your place before it’s too late!

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WRC to return to UK in 2027 : Rally Scotland

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WRC Rally Scotland coming in 2027

The FIA World Rally Championship will return to the United Kingdom in 2027 with the introduction of WRC Rally Scotland, marking the series’ comeback to one of rallying’s most historic territories.

Developed in partnership with Motorsport UK, the new gravel-based event will be based in north-east Scotland, with rally headquarters and service park facilities located at the state-of-the-art P&J Live complex in Aberdeen. Stages will run across the surrounding regions of Aberdeenshire and Moray.

The agreement forms an initial three-year deal beginning in 2027 and ends an eight-year absence for the championship in the UK, following the most recent running of Wales Rally GB in 2019.

Scotland’s dramatic landscapes and world-class forest roads are expected to provide a spectacular sporting challenge for the WRC’s leading drivers and manufacturers, while the region’s infrastructure and transport links offer a strong platform for teams, media and fans attending the event.

The rally has been secured through a partnership between Motorsport UK, WRC Promoter and the Scottish Government, with support from Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire councils. Together, the stakeholders aim to establish Rally Scotland as a major international sporting event delivering significant economic and tourism benefits for the region.

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Paul Jordan Re-Signs with Jackson Racing for TT 2026:

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Paul Jordan Re-Signs with Jackson Racing for TT 2026: 

Paul Jordan Jackson Racing Isle of Man TT, Paul Jordan Supertwin Podium, Ducati Panigale V2 Road Race Spec.

Magherafelt’s Paul Jordan is staying put for the 2026 Isle of Man TT, confirming a third successive year with the powerhouse Jackson Racing squad. After a stellar 2025 that saw him grab a Supertwin podium and push the front-runners in every class, Jordan is doubling down on the continuity that has made him one of Northern Ireland’s brightest stars on the Mountain Course.

The “no-brainer” deal sees Jordan remain on the machinery that brought him his best-ever results, but with one massive tactical upgrade: he’s switching to a Ducati Panigale V2 for the Supersport class.

Continuity is Key for Jordan

In a sport where jumping between teams can reset a rider’s progress, Paul Jordan is opting for stability. Having spent two years gelling with the Jackson Racing crew—a team that has previously fielded legends like John McGuinness and Dan Kneen—Jordan knows he has the foundation to move from “consistent top-ten finisher” to “permanent podium threat.”

“Continuing with Jackson Racing for a third year was a no-brainer,” Jordan said. “The aim is to build on a strong 2025 season and move up the ladder that bit more. Same team, same crew, and mostly the same bikes gives us a solid foundation.”

The Ducati Factor: A Game Changer for the Supersport TT?

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Ian Hutchinson Returns: RST Launches ‘TeamRST’ for 2026 Isle of Man TT

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Ian Hutchinson TeamRST 2026 Isle of Man TT Superbike

The Official TT safety partner RST have confirmed they are stepping up from the sidelines to the starting grid. The brand has launched TeamRST and they’ve secured the signature of the Ian Hutchinson to lead the way for their 2026 Isle of Man TT Campaign.

With less than 80 days until the flag drops on Glencrutchery Road, this isn’t just a PR exercise. TeamRST is coming to the Mountain Course with one goal – winning.

Hutchinson: The Legend Returns to the Front

For fans of real road racing, Hutchy needs no introduction. A 16-time TT winner, he remains the only man in history to ever claim five victories in a single week (2010). After a few seasons of battling health setbacks and machinery changes, Hutchinson sounds more determined than ever.

“This project is very personal to me,” Hutchinson said at the launch. “After everything I’ve experienced at the TT, I still have that drive to prove we can compete at the very front. We’re aiming for that top spot.”

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BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 to Host Illiam Quayle’s Road Racing Debut

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BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 to Host Illiam Quayle’s Road Racing Debut :

BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 to Host Illiam Quayle’s Road Racing Debut

Illiam Quayle, one of the Isle of Man’s most promising young racers, will make his highly anticipated road racing debut at the prestigious BEAR COMPETITIONS Cookstown 100 on April 24th/25th.
This marks a significant milestone for the 22-year-old Manxman as he lines up in the New Generation Supersport 600 class on board his own 600 GSXR Suzuki, bringing his impressive short circuit experience to one of the most celebrated events on the Irish road racing calendar.

The son of renowned former racer and TT Rider Liaison Officer Richard ‘Milky’ Quayle, Illiam aims to continue his family’s proud racing tradition as he embarks on this exciting new chapter. The eyes of the road racing world will be on Cookstown to see how the young Manxman adapts to the unique challenge of real-road competition.

The BEAR Competitions Cookstown 100 signals the opening road race of the 2026 season.


Iliam got the two-wheeled bug at the age of 10 and started Mini Moto Racing, and it wasn’t long before he tasted success, winning the Isle of Man Mini Moto Championship in 2014 at the age of 11.

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Davey Todd Injured at 2026 Daytona 200

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Davey Todd Injured at 2026 Daytona 200 :

Davey Todd following a crash at the 2026 Daytona 200

Heartbreak at the High Banks: Todd’s Daytona Debut Cut Short

DAYTONA BEACH, FL — The 84th running of the Daytona 200 was supposed to be the glittering American debut for Saltburn’s finest, Davey Todd. Instead, the “World Center of Racing” proved why it is as cruel as it is iconic. Competing for the PHR Performance squad (supported by his 8-Ten Racing partner Peter Hickman), Todd’s weekend ended not in the winner’s circle, but in a hospital bed.

The drama began early in Thursday’s qualifying. Todd was “cleaned out” by another rider on his opening lap, a low-speed incident that appeared manageable. He managed to limp the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS back to the pits, where the PHR crew worked feverishly to straighten the machine.

The Impact

However, the gremlins of Daytona are persistent. Returning to the track for the final ten minutes of the session, Todd suffered a catastrophic second crash coming out of Turn 2. A mechanical failure—suspected to be a steering jam resulting from the initial impact—sent him directly into the wall at high speed.

“I tried to jump off it, but couldn’t really get off it properly in time,” Todd shared in a post-surgery update.

The toll of the impact was severe:

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Peter Padgett Dies Aged 94

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Peter Padgett Dies Aged 94 :

Peter Padgett Dies Aged 94 - Image : Padgett’s Motorcycles Facebook Page

Padgett’s Motorcycles have announced the death of founder Peter Padgett, aged 94.

He raced in both the Isle of Man TT and Manx Grand Prix in the 1960s as well as the Southern 100.

In 1958 he founded the Padgett’s Motorcycles business with his brother Don in Batley, West Yorkshire before starting a racing team.

They’ve enjoyed TT success with numerous top riders such as Steve Hislop, Ian Hutchinson and John McGuinness.

In a statement this morning the family said Peter passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones.  

It is with an extremely heavy heart that today 9th March 2026, we said goodbye to our founder Mr Peter Padgett. He died peacefully at home surrounded by his wife Audrey, son Clive, daughter in law Sue, daughter Cath and granddaughter Helen. 

We would ask for your kindness and understanding at the very difficult time for our family. 

So as many Irish road race fans would say “there’s only one Peter Padgett”! 

Thank you love the Padgett Family xx

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