Alan Oversby : Pre-TT Classic Road Races Statement : 24th May 2026

Alan Oversby : Pre-TT Classic Road Races Statement : 24th May 2026


Alan Oversby - Pre-TT Classic Road Races - 24/05/2026

STATEMENT ISSUED FROM THE SOUTHERN 100 ROAD RACES

Southern 100 Road Races regrets to confirm that Alan Oversby, aged 68, from Bolton-Le-Sands lost his life in an incident during the 400cc Race today at the Pre-TT Classic Road Races. The accident occurred on the approach to Ballakeighan, on the second lap of the race.

Alan was an experienced Pre-TT Classic Road Races competitor, first competing in 2005 and taking his first win in 2006.

In total, Alan took 16 wins including two today.

Southern 100 Road Races extend their deepest sympathy to Alan’s wife Julie, family, team and friends.

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2026 Armoy Road Races Tickets Now Available

2026 Armoy Road Races Tickets Now Available :


Information taken from the Official Armoy Road Races Facebook Page.


The 2026 Supporters Race Programme & Parking Packages are NOW AVAILABLE.

Packages are PER PERSON, and include: The Armoy 2026 full colour Race programme, your Limited edition “I Supported the Armoy Road Races 2026” special printed event lanyard .

Your zone coloured ID card showing your support for the Armoy Races 2026 and embellished with your vehicle type to allow parking in the official zoned AMRRC privately owned parking fields.

Click here for details and options for tickets for the 2026 Armoy Road Races.

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2026 Pre-TT Classic Road Races Results

2026 Pre-TT Classic Road Races Results :

24/05/2026 - Alan Oversby - Photo from Southern 100.com
24/05/2026 – Alan Oversby – Photo from Southern 100.com

I have said this before, I will say it again and I will totally stand over it, there is no better way to start your TT Festival than the Pre-TT Classic Road Races at the Billown Circuit in Castletown, Isle of Man.

Held on the spectacular Southern 100 Course the Pre-TT Races mark the official start of the Manx Road Racing Season and given that it is run by the ‘Friendly Races’ you can be assured of a magical weekend of racing – featuring both 2 and 3 wheelers!

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2026 TT Races Prize Fund

2026 TT Races Prize Fund :

2026 TT Races Prize Fund

One of the most read posts annually since 2017 on this site is the Winners’ Payout Details (with over 100,000 unique hits at the time of writing) and since 2017 I have updated annually it with the latest information from the current Regulations Booklet. You can read the entire 2026 book here : (may not be available after 2026) :

https://iom-tt-races-2022.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/tt-2026-event-information-v2-1-15-05-26_c44bbb96.pdf

If the official link above is not working then an archived copy is available here : https://tbni.blog/downloads/tt-2026-event-information-v2-1-15-05-26_c44bbb96.pdf

But if you are just here to see the 2026 Isle of Man TT Prize Breakdown and how much the competitors stand to win in each class then please read on.

IMPORTANT : The are some major changes since 2022, for example the Senior TT now awards the race winner – at the end – as opposed to at the end and throughout each lap as per 2022 and previously. The prize for winning the Senior TT has also increased since 2022 from £18,000 to £28,500. The other races have also seen increases in their placed prizes and overall prize pots.

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Davey Todd Out of 2026 TT Races

Davey Todd Out of 2026 TT Races :

A statement from the Official TT Page has confirmed that Davey Todd has been ruled out of the 2026 Isle of Man TT Races.

This will be an awful blow to DT who also missed out on the North West 200 last week, however hopefully TTPlus is listening and manages to talk him into the commentary team, he was brilliant on the BBC Coverage of the NW200.


TODD DECLARED UNFIT FOR TT 2026

Davey Todd has been declared medically unfit to compete in the 2026 Isle of Man TT Races by the event’s Medical Team following assessment of the injuries sustained during an incident at the Daytona 200 in March and ongoing review of his recovery.

Todd sustained multiple injuries in the accident, including fractures to his femur, tibia, foot and nose. Following initial surgery in the United States, he subsequently underwent an intensive rehabilitation programme at a specialist recovery clinic in Italy.

Throughout this period, Todd has remained in regular contact with the TT Medical Team, with ongoing cooperation between his treating clinicians and Manx Roadracing Medical Services (MRMS) – the organisation responsible for providing medical services for the Isle of Man TT Races on behalf of ACU Events Ltd.

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2026 Cookstown 100 Opens Road Racing Season

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

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

2026 Cookstown 100 Tickets : Final Call

2024 Cookstown 100 Logo

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

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

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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