What did IOM TT qualifying tell us about who might win races?
The Isle of Man TT qualifying has been overshadowed by the tragic death of racer Daniel Ingham and several incidents involving competitors and spectators. Despite these challenges, Dean Harrison has emerged as a strong contender, posting the fastest lap times in the Superbike and Senior races. Michael Dunlop also showed dominance in the Supersport and Sportbike classes, setting the stage for an exciting race weekend ahead.
- ▪Dean Harrison recorded the fastest-ever circuit of the Mountain Course during qualifying with a lap speed of 134.877mph.
- ▪Peter Hickman and Josh Brookes are among the main challengers to Harrison, with Brookes finishing third fastest in qualifying.
- ▪Michael Dunlop has been dominant in the Supersport and Sportbike classes, winning a record 15 races in the middleweight class.
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What did IOM TT qualifying tell us about who might win races?Image source, Pacemaker PressImage caption, Dean Harrison has won two Superstock TTs and one each in the Superbike, Senior and Supertwin classesByRichard PetrieBBC Sport NI JournalistPublished20 minutes agoIt has been a troubled qualifying week at the Isle of Man TT, with the tragic death of racer Daniel Ingham casting a dark shadow over this year's event.Several other incidents have seen competitors hospitalised, while eight spectators were taken to hospital for treatment following a crash in Monday's practice session.
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