2027 Ulster Grand Prix Press Release : 22nd May 2026

May 22, 2026 by TomBoyNI

2027 Ulster Grand Prix Press Release :

Motor Cycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) Ltd

Press Release for 2027 “Ulster Grand Prix”

Press Release dated – 22/05/2026

Motor Cycle Road Racing between the hedges in Ireland has been attracting competitors and spectators since 1903 when the Governing Body for Motor Cycle Racing was first established.

This year the MCUI (UC) has five road race events in Northern Ireland, Cookstown 100, NW200 which have already been completed, the Tandragee 100, Armoy and the Mid Antrim 150 are still to come between the end of June and July months.

November 2025, we published the plans for the return of the Ulster Grand Prix in 2027.

The planning and funding stages are very much underway, with various meetings with the local council LCCC and amenity providers on the course preparation.

Areas of road surface in need of repair have been identified with DFI Roads Eastern division and meetings with Openreach on relocation of several telegraph poles have taken place with positive discussions.

Shortly after our November announcement we had a constructive residents meeting in the Ballymac Hotel, at which there was a willingness from them to see this great event return under the new management group.

2026 North West 200 : Saturday Race Schedule and Road Closures

May 8, 2026 by TomBoyNI

2026 North West 200 : Saturday Race Schedule and Road Closures :

The 2026 North West 200 will conclude on 9th May 2026 with the main race day.

The schedule has been confirmed and road closures will be in place.

A helpful and concise Visitor’s Guide for the 2026 North West 200 can be found here.

2026 North West 200 Saturday Road Closures :

2026 North West 200 Results

May 9, 2026May 6, 2026 by TomBoyNI

2026 North West 200 Results :

The 2026 North West 200 ran over the week of 4th – 9th May 2026, with the first qualifying session being held on Wednesday 6th May 2026 and the second on Thursday 7th May 2026.

Due to a revised schedule following the death of a rider on Thursday’s daytime qualifying session there was no racing on the Thursday evening, with that race session being replaced with further qualifying.

The main, six race, day was held on Saturday 9th May 2026.

Details of the Qualifying Sessions can be found here :

2026 North West 200 Qualifying Session 1 : Wednesday 6th May 2026

2026 North West 200 Qualifying Session 2 : Thursday 7th May 2026

The race results were as follows :

2026 North West 200 Qualifying Session 2 : Thursday 7th May 2026 :

May 7, 2026May 6, 2026 by TomBoyNI

2026 North West 200 Qualifying Session 2 : Thursday 7th May 2026 :

The Thursday morning qualifying session of the 2026 NW200 was halted due to a red flag during the first session, for the Superbikes. Tragically a rider died in the incident and the day time qualifying session did not resume.

2026 North West 200 Qualifying Session 1 : Wednesday 6th May 2026 :

May 6, 2026May 6, 2026 by TomBoyNI

2026 North West 200 Qualifying Session 1 : Wednesday 6th May 2026 :

Cooper and McWilliams Master the “Triangle” in Rain-Hit NW200 Opener

The North Coast of Northern Ireland welcomed the road racing elite today for the opening practice sessions of the 2026 North West 200. While the atmosphere in the paddock was electric, the weather proved a temperamental host. Heavy rain spells and shifting winds across the 8.9-mile “Triangle” course forced riders to contend with a stop-start schedule and a rapidly evolving track surface.

Despite the tricky conditions, two names dominated the conversation: Richard Cooper and the ageless Jeremy McWilliams.

Superbike: Cooper’s BMW Masterclass

The premier class hit the tarmac under a grey, damp sky that tested both courage and tire choice. Richard Cooper proved he is the man to beat this week, navigating the BMW to a blistering 4m 51.332s lap. He finished a comfortable 2.6 seconds ahead of Honda’s Paul Jordan.

Alastair Seeley Targets 30th Career Win at 2026 Briggs Equipment North West 200

February 14, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Alastair Seeley Targets Landmark 30th Victory at 2026 Briggs Equipment North West 200

2026NW200Seeley — Image : NW200 Facebook Page

The most successful rider in the history of the Briggs Equipment North West 200, Alastair Seeley, is set to return to the iconic north coast event in 2026 with one clear objective — securing a milestone 30th race victory.

The 46-year-old Carrickfergus rider will compete in the Supersport class at the May 4–9 event aboard a Binch Pro Racing Ducati, backed by 3B Construction. With 29 wins already to his name around the legendary 8.9-mile Triangle course, Seeley remains as motivated as ever to extend his record.

A Champion’s Drive Remains Undiminished

After missing the 2024 event due to a lack of competitive machinery, Seeley returned last year and made an immediate impact. He secured a podium finish in the Merrow Hotel Superbike race on the Nicholl Oils/SMS BMW — a performance that reinforced his enduring competitiveness.

However, for Seeley, the story remains unfinished.

Davey Todd set for Triumph Supersport

February 14, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Davey Todd set for Triumph Supersport

Davey Todd will be adding to his already successful partnership with Peter Hickman by riding a PHR Performance Triumph Street Triple 765 at the Daytona International Speedway 200, and perhaps more importantly on roads at the 2026 North West 200 and Isle of Man TT.

Social Media Post from Triumph Racing :

2026DaveyToddTriumphRacing — Image : Triumph Racing Facebook Page

NEWS!

Welcome to the Triumph Racing Family Davey Todd! Davey will be riding the Street Triple 765 at the Daytona International Speedway 200, as well as in the Supersport classes at the North West 200 and the Isle of Man TT Races, alongside Peter Hickman with the PHR Performance – by Peter Hickman Racing team!

Briggs Equipment NW200 Live (2026)

February 9, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Briggs Equipment NW200 Live (2026) :

📅 Thursday 12th Feb | 19:00 (UK Time)

Can’t make it in person? You can join the action from anywhere in the world.

The Briggs Equipment NW200 Live will be streamed straight to the BBC iPlayer in the UK and the BBC website worldwide!

Join fan favourites Michael Sweeney, Richard Cooper, and Paul Jordan as they relive the best moments from 2025 and look ahead to the 2026 season

Plus, big announcements will be made live on the night that you won’t want to miss!

Thursday 12th Feb | 19:00 (UK Time)

Set your reminders – you won’t want to miss this!

Full streaming info coming soon.

2026 North West 200 to Host Round of ESR

December 6, 2025 by TomBoyNI

The 2026 North West 200 will host a round of the European Series Road Racing Superbike Championship a press release from the event has confirmed.

Photo by Stephen Davison - from northwest200.co.uk — Photo by Stephen Davison – from northwest200.co.uk

The 2026 Briggs Equipment North West 200 on May 4-9 is set to host a round of the new European Series road racing (ESR) Superbike championship.

The NW200 is earmarked to host the second round of the new six race series for Superbike-spec machinery which has been introduced following the cessation of 1000cc competition in the International Road Racing Championship at the end of last season.

The 2026 ESR series will also include races at Hengelo, Netherlands (May 2-3), Horice, Czech Republic (May 23-24), Imatra, Finland (July 3-5) and Chimay, Belgium (25-26 July) before returning to Horice for the closing round on 8-9 August.

Spearheaded by North West 200 regular, Laurent Hoffmann, the new Superbike series will also feature North West 200 regulars such as Finland’s Erno Kostamo and Switzerland’s Lukas Maurer alongside a host of other European competitors.

Ulster Grand Prix Set for 2027 Return

November 5, 2025November 4, 2025 by TomBoyNI

Ulster Grand Prix Set for 2027 Return :

Rumours have been circulating for a couple of days now about a return of the Ulster Grand Prix and it now has been confirmed that the Northern Ireland Government will be budgeting for around £400,00 over a ‘multi-year contract’ and that approximately 50% of that will be set aside for the UGP in order to make improvements around the circuit. However, and notably funding will not be provided for the racing itself.

So the Ulster is by no means back just yet, but this is the biggest step forward in ensuring bikes return to the Dundrod circuit.

Source : https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/motorsport/articles/ce8g4863dgeo?fbclid=IwZnRzaAN3RCVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHhod7pV4KlRmwjo0NHn0DqIGb0QMCQ7u25fcR871mlWaxGbpQpUNxYQM5kRY_aem_eGdT8G8XAEyNixY_sGBNzw

The MCUI(UC) has also given a press release :

Motor Cycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) Ltd
Press Release for 2027 “Ulster Grand Prix”
Press Release dated – 03/11/2025 @ 2.30PM

The MotorCycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) Ltd over the last four months have engaged with many government departments, MLA’s, councils and agencies on “pure road racing” in Northern Ireland.

Road Racing between the hedges in Ireland has been attracting competitors and spectators since 1903 when the Governing Body was first established.

We have built a legacy around road racing over this period of time which has produced world class talents. 2026 will see five pure road race events in Northern Ireland, Cookstown 100, NW200, Tandragee 100, Armoy and the Mid Antrim 150 is back on the Calendar. This is a great upturn and promising for road racing since the covid pandemic which had a huge impact on everyone. We appreciate all the support and help from Department of Communities, SportNI and 2&4 Wheel over the years for the funding for much needed safety equipment.

Thinking ahead to 2027 our plan is to bring back probably the purest and most natural road race events in the world.