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Glenn Irwin with Charley Boorman (centre) and Storm Stacey the premiere of Bigger, Better, Faster - Inside the North West 200 - in Belfast on Monday

Glenn Irwin says having NW200 rival Storm Stacey as his team-mate will be 'fun'

Italian rider Salvatore Sallustro was seriously injured in a crash at this year's Manx Grand Prix. (Photo by Callum Staley/Pacemaker Press)

'Long road ahead' for seriously injured Manx Grand Prix racer

Michael Dunlop has enjoyed a return to rallying in 2026

TT legend Michael Dunlop in Baltinglass Rally action

Glenn Irwin and Davey Todd shake hands after the opening Superbike race at the North West 200 in 2024, which Irwin won on the Hager PBM Ducati. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Storm Stacey 'felt sorry' for Davey Todd after beating Glenn Irwin at NW200

Davey Todd hopes to pick up where he left off at the Isle of Man TT after winning the Superbike race in 2025. Todd missed most of the 2026 season through injury

Davey Todd vows to bounce back in 2027 after injury-ravaged season

Michael Dunlop (MD Racing BMW) leads Storm Stacey (GRYD Racing/Alpha BMW) in the Superstock race at the 2026 North West 200

Newcomer Storm Stacey reflects on thrilling NW200 battle with Michael Dunlop

Donegal's Caomhan Canny celebrates winning the Senior Manx Grand Prix in 2025 with his wife Katrina and team, including close friend James Walsh (back row, far right).

Road racer Caomhan Canny pondered future after death of close friend

Marc Marquez celebrates winning the Malaysian Grand Prix with brother Alex Marquez and Pedro Acosta. (Photo credit: MotoGP)

Ducati's Marc Marquez puts one hand on MotoGP world title ahead

North West 200 Event Director Mervyn Whyte with English rider Storm Stacey, who will return to Northern Ireland's premier road race in 2027. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

NW200 sensation Storm Stacey pens deal for 2027 return

Supertwin machines will remain eligible to race at the 2027 Briggs Equipment North West 200. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

NW200 announces decision on future of Supertwin class

Dean Harrison and John McGuinness will again spearhead Honda Racing UK's road racing programme in 2027 at the North West 200 and Isle of Man TT. (Photo: Honda Racing)

John McGuinness confirmed with Honda Racing for 2027 road races

Ballymoney road racer Darryl Tweed says his career could be over following a serious crash in May at the North West 200. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Ballymoney road racer Darryl Tweed admits career may be over after NW200 crash

Charley Boorman interviews Peter Hickman on the grid at the 2026 North West 200

Red-carpet launch of Charley Boorman's new North West 200 documentary announced

Ulster Superbike champion Carl Phillips enjoyed an excellent year on the Bell Bikesport/B&W Racing BMW. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

Ulster champion Carl Phillips has big plans for 2027 after dream season

Northern Ireland's Dean McMaster on the Air NI Kawasaki at the North West 200 in May. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press)

Dean McMaster leaving no stone unturned ahead of Macau Grand Prix debut

Ducati rider Pecco Bagnaia shelters from the rain at Phillip Island. (Photo credit: MotoGP)

Phillip Island's MotoGP swansong in Australian wiped out by weather woe
MotoGP said an emotional farewell to Phillip Island, which has hosted the Australian Grand Prix since 1989. Unfortunately, it wasn’t the goodbye they had planned.
Maurice Montgomery

Storm Stacey won two races on his debut at the North West 200 this year. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Peter Hickman says Storm Stacey 'did what I expected him to do' on NW200 bow

Dungannon teenager Jack Burrows on the Scars Racing Ducati with his dad John (second from right) and his team at Brands Hatch. (Photo credit: Scars Racing)

Brands Hatch Supersport debut invaluable experience for young gun Jack Burrows

Carl Phillips won the Sunflower Trophy from Eugene McManus (left) and Jonny Campbell in 2025. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

'Right decision' to cancel Sunflower Trophy says title holder Carl Phillips

Ballyclare’s Charley Irwin was an eight-time winner at the Portrush Beach races. (Photo Maurice Montgomery)

Charley Irwin dominates Portrush Beach Races with eight wins

Aprilia Racing's Marco Bezzecchi, winner of the Indonesian Grand Prix. (Photo credit: MotoGP)

Marco Bezzecchi seeking further MotoGP title boost in Australia

The Sunflower Trophy Ulster Superbike meeting at Bishopscourt in Co Down has been cancelled because of a yellow weather warning. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

Sunflower Trophy races cancelled after Met Office issues yellow weather warning

John McGuinness marked the 30th anniversary of his Isle of Man TT debut this year. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

John McGuinness plans NW200 and Isle of Man TT return in 2027

David Allingham celebrates winning the National Superstock 1000 Championship at Brands Hatch. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

David Allingham 'lost for words' after British title triumph at Brands Hatch

Glenn Irwin (Nitrous Competitions Racing Ducati) leads Storm Stacey (GRYD Racing BMW) at the North West 200 in May. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Glenn Irwin hails 'really exciting' BSB era in GYRD Racing dream team

Northern Ireland's David Allingham clinched the National Superstock 1000 Championship at Brands Hatch in Kent on Saturday. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

Eglinton's David Allingham crowned Superstock 1000 champion at Brands Hatch

David Allingham (SMS/Nicholl Oils BMW) is on the brink of winning the National Superstock 1000 Championship at Brands Hatch. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

David Allingham keeping 'big picture' in mind in bid to secure British title
Eglinton’s David Allingham can fulfil his dream of becoming the British Superstock 1000 champion this weekend at Brands Hatch in Kent.
Kyle White

David Allingham (SMS/Nicholl Oils BMW) is on the brink of winning the National Superstock 1000 Championship at Brands Hatch. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

David Allingham second fastest in opening practice at Brands Hatch title-decider

The line-up for the 55th Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix in November has been confirmed. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Davey Todd absent as line-up for 2026 Macau Grand Prix confirmed

Eugene McManus on the MasterMac Honda at the Sunflower Trophy races at Bishopscourt in Co Down in 2025. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

Randalstown's Eugene McManus set for Sunflower Trophy bid on BSB Honda

Aaron Spence and Dean McMaster are among the newcomers who will compete at the famous Macau Grand Prix for the first time in November. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press)

NW200 chief Mervyn Whyte says Macau GP will be big test for NI newcomers

Co Durham's Aran Sadler died following a racing incident at Oliver's Mount in Scarborough in April.

Racer had seconds to avoid fatal collision at Oliver's Mount, inquest hears

Carl Phillips won the Sunflower Trophy for the first time in 2025 and will return to defend the silverware at Bishopscourt. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

Carl Phillips unfazed by Sunflower Trophy challengers

Michael Dunlop is the most successful rider in history at the Isle of Man TT with 36 wins. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

Michael Dunlop teases 'something special' with GP legend's Gilera

Team Ireland riders with manager Martin Barr at the Motocross of Nations in France. (Photo credit: Team Ireland)

Ballyclare's Martin Barr 'couldn't ask for more' from Team Ireland riders

Storm Stacey is congratulated by North West 200 Event Director Mervyn Whyte on his maiden victory at the event in May. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Mervyn Whyte upbeat over prospects of Storm Stacey NW200 return in 2027

Korie McGreevy tested the SBT Racing Ducati for the first time at Kirkistown in Co Down on Monday. (Photo by Hannah Clarke).

Korie McGreevy 'feeling pretty confident' after SBT Racing Ducati deal

Aaron Spence (Sebden Steel/Spence Engineering Honda) leads Dean McMaster (AIR NI Kawasaki) in the Superstock race at the North West 200. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press)

Hillsborough's Aaron Spence says Macau debut will be his final road race

Korie McGreevy has joined SBT Racing to ride a Ducati V2 in the 2027 Ulster Supersport Championship and October's Sunflower Trophy races. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

Three-time Ulster Supersport champion Korie McGreevy joins SBT Racing

Marc Marquez won the Sprint race and the Japanese MotoGP race at Motegi. (Photo credit: Lenovo Ducati)

Japanese Grand Prix victory gives Marc Marquez title boost

British Superbike rider Glenn Irwin

Glenn Irwin cleared and discharged from hospital after BSB crash

National Superstock 1000 Championship leader David Allingham on the SMS/Nicholl Oils BMW. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

Eglinton's David Allingham on cusp of British title after Donington points haul

Ian Hutchinson on the Team RST BMW at the 2026 Isle of Man TT. (Photo by Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press)

Tearful Ian Hutchinson seals first British podium in nine years at Donington

Peter Hickman (Zeeco/8TEN Racing BMW) exits Melco Hairpin on his way to finishing as runner-up to teammate, Davey Todd in the 2025 Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Peter Hickman outlines injury progress ahead of Macau Grand Prix challenge

Dungannon's Jack Burrows celebrates winning Saturday's British Moto4 race at Donington Park. (Photo by Michael Wincott)

Donington Park victory for Jack Burrows on British Moto4 farewell

Eglinton's David Allingham has won eight Superstock 1000 races in 2026. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

David Allingham sticking to tried and tested approach in British title bid

Andrew Irwin on the MET fonaCAB Racing Ducati at Assen in the Netherlands. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

Andrew Irwin 'open-minded' for Donington Park BSB round after injury return

Nitrous Competitions Racing Ducati rider Glenn Irwin. (Photo by Ian Hopgood)

Positive start for Glenn Irwin at Donington Park BSB round despite crash

Morning View

Editorial: Deal puts NW200 on strong footing until centenary

Record 36-time Isle of Man TT winner Michael Dunlop

Michael Dunlop confirms November rally return

Glenoe's Glenn McCormick finished his championship campaign 12th in the Motul MXGB. (Photo by Chambers KTM)

Glenn McCormick accepts ‘part and parcel of racing’ woes

North West 200 Event Director, Mervyn Whyte, pictured with Stephen Marshall, Group Strategic Development Manager, Briggs Equipment and Stephen Johnston, Head of Operations for Balloo Hire, following the annoucement of a three-year title sponsorship extension for the event.

Title sponsorship deal takes NW200 to centenary year in 2029

Paul Jordan on the Jackson Racing Aprilia in the Sportbike race at the 2026 Isle of Man TT. (Photo by Callum Staley/Pacemaker Press)

Paul Jordan says new Sportbike TT rules will 'level playing field'

Maria Costello was paralysed in a crash during qualifying for the Sidecar class at th 2026 Isle of Man TT. (Photo credit: Maria Costello Racing)

Paralysed Isle of Man TT racer Maria Costello vows 'I'm not stopping here'

Mike Hailwood's 1966 Grand Prix Honda will be auctioned in November. (Photo credit: Iconic Auctioneers)

Honda raced by Mike Hailwood at Ulster Grand Prix could fetch £1million

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