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      Who is Michael Dunlop and how many races has he won at the Isle of Man TT?

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      THE Dunlop name has long been synonymous with the Isle of Man TT.Joey Dunlop is the most famous Isle of Man TT rider of them all – with the overall winner of the event handed the Joey Dunlop Cup each year. Michael Dunlop has become the record holder for most wins at the Isle of Man TTDunlop has already won another race at the 2025 eventThe Northern Irishman also has a statue built on the island.Joey held the record for almost 25 years after his untimely death following a crash in 2000.Now his record has been overtaken – with Michael Dunlop the man to take it.Who is Michael Dunlop?Michael Dunlop is a motorcycle rider most famous for his exploits in the Isle of Man TT.He comes from that famous racing family as the son of Robert Dunlop, brother of William.Dunlop is also the nephew of Joey.Michael made his Isle of Man TT debut in 2007, finishing 25th aged just 18.Since then he has had one of the most spectacular careers in the sport.His first win came in the Supersport TT in 2009, while he has won four races in a single event three times – in 2013, 2014, and 2023.Since 2010, the only year he didn’t win a race was in 2015, when did not finish in four races and finished second in one other.With FOUR wins in 2024 he passed uncle Joey as the most successful rider in the history of the Isle of Man TT – as well as taking home a bit of prize money for his wins.Dunlop has been back at it in 2025, winning the Supersport TT Race 1 on day one of the event.Who has won the most races at the Isle of Man TT?Until this year, Joey Dunlop had held the record since 2000.Joey won three races that year, aged 48, just weeks before his death in Estonia in another race.John McGuinness had come closest to threatening Dunlop’s record, winning 23 races between 1999 and 2015.But it was Michael who finally managed to overtake the great man.His win in the Supertwins TT made it win No 27 and his eighth in just 17 races since 2022.He went on to win two more races in 2024 – making it four wins for a second consecutive year – to take his overall tally to 29.Most Isle of Man TT winsMichael Dunlop – 30Joey Dunlop – 26John McGuinness – 23Dave Molyneux – 17Ian Hutchinson – 16Mike Hailwood, Ben Birchall, Tom Birchall, Peter Hickman – 14Bruce Anstey – 12Steve Hislop, Phillip McCallen – 11Giacomo Agostini, Robert Fisher, Stanley Woods – 10Mick Boddice, David Jeffries, Ian Lougher, Siegfried Schauzu – 9Michael Dunlop in action on the Isle of ManCredit: PACEMAKER PRESSWhat did Michael Dunlop say about breaking the record?Michael Dunlop said that “everyone’s inspiration was to be a Joey Dunlop around the Isle of Man”.He said: “I’m no better than Joey, never was.”Joey’s record stood for 24 years and it’s an honour. Joey was a special talent.”My record will be beaten one day but I don’t care.”He also said he had to overcome some issues on the day to win.”We had an issue in first practice and were struggling a wee bit but the boys worked hard on it and the bike was mint. “We had to push on as I knew we would.” More

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      Isle of Man TT rider in terrifying ‘140mph slap’ crash and left battered and bruised after he is airlifted to hospital

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      THE fastest rider to ever lap the Isle of Man TT course was airlifted to hospital after crashing at 140mph during practice.Peter Hickman came off the road just 10 minutes into qualifying on Friday evening after falling at the famed Kerrowmoar section. Peter Hickman was in a terrifying ‘140mph slap’ crash on FridayHours before his crash, Hickman posted the second-fastest time in Superbike qualifyingThe 38-year-old is currently wearing arm brace and left hospital in a temporary wheelchair after being dischargedHickman has paid tribute to the emergency staff and TT marshals who came to his aid, having been jetted to Noble’s Hospital.The 8Ten Racing rider and co-owner spent two nights in intensive care after suffering chest, back, shoulder, and facial injuries.The 38-year-old has two black eyes, is currently wearing an arm brace and left hospital in a temporary wheelchair after being discharged.Hickman broke his silence writing to fans: “Well this isn’t quite how I’d planned my TT to go.READ MORE SPORT NEWS“Had a bit of a get off Friday night… nothing quite like a 140mph slap against the Manx countryside. Battered and bruised, but we’ll be back.“Very fortunate to be looked after by SUOMY Helmets, Weise Motorcycle Clothing, Five Advanced Gloves and Frey Daytona, the best in the business.“And a massive thanks to the amazing IOM TT Marshals, the TT medical team, and staff at Noble’s Hospital.”The session, the third of the day which got under way at 6:30pm, was red flagged at 6:40pm before any riders had completed a lap.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 14-time race winner will not participate in the remainder of the TT after his terrifying accident.Hickman was expected to be among the frontrunners, alongside Michael Dunlop and Davey Todd, challenging for race wins this week.Inside Taycan Turbo GT Porsche that can hit 200mph as SunSport’s Isabelle Barker is taken for a spin by Formula E safety car driverIn 2023, Hickman set a course pace record of 136.358mph that still stands.Hours before his crash, he posted the second-fastest time in Superbike qualifying.Hickman entered this year’s TT in a new-look team alongside Todd.They set up 8TEN Racing together for this year’s road racing commitments.But only Todd, who won the Superbike race on Monday, will continue with the TT, with Hickman’s focus now on recovery.Hickman actually crashed in the same section last year, with the Kerrormoar corner immediately following Ginger Hall.In 2015, the dare devil broke his back, neck, two ribs and suffered a punctured lung only to want to climb back on his bike the following day.Hickman’s business partner and team-mate Davey Todd won the Superbike TT race on the Isle of Man on Monday More

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      Isle of TT rider in terrifying ‘140mph slap’ crash and left battered and bruised after he is airlifted to hospital

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      THE fastest rider to ever lap the Isle of Man TT course was airlifted to hospital after crashing at 140mph during practice.Peter Hickman came off the road just 10 minutes into qualifying on Friday evening after falling at the famed Kerrowmoar section. Peter Hickman was in a terrifying ‘140mph slap’ crash on FridayHours before his crash, Hickman posted the second-fastest time in Superbike qualifyingThe 38-year-old is currently wearing arm brace and left hospital in a temporary wheelchair after being dischargedHickman has paid tribute to the emergency staff and TT marshals who came to his aid, having been jetted to Noble’s Hospital.The 8Ten Racing rider and co-owner spent two nights in intensive care after suffering chest, back, shoulder, and facial injuries.The 38-year-old has two black eyes, is currently wearing an arm brace and left hospital in a temporary wheelchair after being discharged.Hickman broke his silence writing to fans: “Well this isn’t quite how I’d planned my TT to go.READ MORE SPORT NEWS“Had a bit of a get off Friday night… nothing quite like a 140mph slap against the Manx countryside. Battered and bruised, but we’ll be back.“Very fortunate to be looked after by SUOMY Helmets, Weise Motorcycle Clothing, Five Advanced Gloves and Frey Daytona, the best in the business.“And a massive thanks to the amazing IOM TT Marshals, the TT medical team, and staff at Noble’s Hospital.”The session, the third of the day which got under way at 6:30pm, was red flagged at 6:40pm before any riders had completed a lap.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe 14-time race winner will not participate in the remainder of the TT after his terrifying accident.Hickman was expected to be among the frontrunners, alongside Michael Dunlop and Davey Todd, challenging for race wins this week.Inside Taycan Turbo GT Porsche that can hit 200mph as SunSport’s Isabelle Barker is taken for a spin by Formula E safety car driverIn 2023, Hickman set a course pace record of 136.358mph that still stands.Hours before his crash, he posted the second-fastest time in Superbike qualifying.Hickman entered this year’s TT in a new-look team alongside Todd.They set up 8TEN Racing together for this year’s road racing commitments.But only Todd, who won the Superbike race on Monday, will continue with the TT, with Hickman’s focus now on recovery.Hickman actually crashed in the same section last year, with the Kerrormoar corner immediately following Ginger Hall.In 2015, the dare devil broke his back, neck, two ribs and suffered a punctured lung only to want to climb back on his bike the following day.Hickman’s business partner and team-mate Davey Todd won the Superbike TT race on the Isle of Man on Monday More

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      Isle of Man TT 2025: Schedule, results, race times, live stream & TV channel as iconic race RETURNS

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      THE Isle of Man TT is back THIS WEEK as some of Britain’s top riders race around country lanes at 130mph!Dubbed by many as the ‘world’s most dangerous race’, the iconic course has claimed the lives of 270 people since its first edition in 1907.Davey Todd will be hoping to defend his Senior TT title at the Isle of Man TTMichael Dunlop has the most wins EVER and is looking for moreLast year, Northern Irish legend Michael Dunlop broke the record for most wins on the course and is back for more this time around.Dunlop broke uncle Joey’s record of 26 last year with FOUR wins out of seven to take his overall tally to an incredible 29.There has already been huge drama in the qualifying section with Peter Hickman involved in a major crash.Hickman is one of the most recognisable faces in the Isle of Man TT and has won 14 races in the last five events.The BMW rider has since been released from hospital but will not participate in this year’s racing.Here’s everything you need to know for the week ahead.What is the Isle of Man TT?The annual event sees professional and semi-professional riders race around the Isle of Man in a time-trial.The ‘TT’ in the name stands for Tourist Trophy, rather than time trial.Most read in MotorsportAnyone from any country can apply to race as long as they have a valid National Entrants or FIM Sponsors Licence for Road Racing, plus a driver’s licence.Last week was the qualifying section and this week is the racing.There are six main events – the Senior TT, Supersport TT, Superbike TT, Superstock TT, Supertwin TT and Sidecar TT – with all roads on the island closed between 9am and 5pm.The Senior TT is the main attraction and has almost run continuously since 1911.It was not held due to World War I (1915-19) and World War II (1940-46), then because of foot and mouth disease in 2001, bad weather in 2012 and Covid-19 in 2020 and 2021.Davey Todd won the race last year.Isle of Man TT 2025 schedule and resultsRace Day 1 – Monday, June 29am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed12pm: Superbike TT Race – Winner: Davey Todd2pm: Sidecar TT Race 1 – Winners: Ryan & Callum Crowe3.15pm: Supersport TT Race 1 – Winner: Michael Dunlop5pm: Roads re-openRace Day 2 – Tuesday, June 39am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Superstock TT Race 112.30pm: Sidecar shakedown2pm: Supertwin TT Race 14pm: Solo practice5pm: Roads re-openRace Day 3 – Wednesday, June 49am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Supersport TT Race 22pm: Sidecar TT Race 24pm: Solo practice5pm: Roads re-openRest Day – Thursday, June 5TBC – ContingencyRace Day 4 – Friday, June 69am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Superstock TT Race 22pm: Supertwin TT Race 24pm: Senior TT practice9.30pm: Roads re-openRace Day 5 – Saturday, June 79am: Mountain Road closed10am: All roads closed10.45pm: Senior TT Race9.30pm: Roads re-openWhat TV channel is the Isle of Man TT on and is there a live stream?The 2025 Isle of Man TT will not be broadcast live on any TV.Instead, race fans will need to purchase TT+ which costs £23.99 for full coverage of every race, plus behind-the-scenes access and in-depth analysis.TT+ can be live streamed via the website on any compatible device.Alternatively, ITV4 has nightly highlights every day at 9pm.What is the prize money for the Isle of Man TT?The total prize money for the 2025 Isle of Man TT sits at £353,115, which is a large increase from last year.The prize pots are as follows: Senior TT – £88,725Superbike TT – £65,100Supersport TT per race (2) – £29,820Sidecar TT per race (2) – £24,675Superstock TT per race (2) – £24,675Supertwin TT per race (2) – £20,475A full breakdown for the 2025 prize money can be found here.Who has won the most Isle of Man TT races?Michael Dunlop is the most successful rider at the Isle of Man TT.He won four races in 2024 to take his overall tally to 29.Read More on The SunThe Northern Irishman had been trailing his legendary uncle, Joey, heading into last year’s event – Joey had won 26.Michael’s four wins in 2024 added to his four wins in 2023. More

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      ‘What do you want me to say?’ – Lewis Hamilton looks close to tears in live TV interview after ‘terrible’ race

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      LEWIS HAMILTON looked as though he might burst into tears as he gave blunt answers in his post-race interview in Barcelona.The seven-time world champion tugged on heartstrings as he blamed himself for a “terrible” performance at the Spanish Grand Prix.Lewis Hamilton was damming in his post-race interview after the Spanish GPHamilton finished the race outside the podium in P6Credit: AlamyThe seven-time world champion has endured a bedding in period at the Italian team in his debut seasonCredit: Shutterstock EditorialThings were looking up for Hamilton after qualifying on Saturday, where he secured fifth – his joint best result.But soon into the race his teammate Charles Leclerc was snapping at his heels and he was told to give his place up to the Monegasque driver after just nine laps.It was a suckerpunch moment for the Brit who finished in sixth after Max Verstappen’s 10-second time penalty.He had been overtaken by his old Mercedes teammate George Russell and, to rub more salt in the wounds, Sauber’s Nico Hulkenberg.READ MORE IN F1He said after the race: “Well what do you want me to say? I’ve had a really bad day and have nothing to say. It was a difficult day,“There’s nothing else to add to it. It was terrible. There’s no point explaining it. It’s not your fault. I just don’t know what to say.”When told whether the team can find some answers, he added: “I’m sure they won’t – it was probably just me.”Hamilton’s former teammate Nico Rosberg said: “it’s hard to watch” the Ferrari driver struggle.Most read in MotorsportHe added: “Sunday was a horrible day for him because he was just slow out there, which is very unusual,”Yes, sometimes he’s off in qualifying but in races he’s usually really awesome and the race was shockingly bad.”He doesn’t have answers either. Was there damage on the floor? These floors are so sensitive and there can always be a bit there and you lose a lot of time.”When you don’t have any answers, it’s really tough as a driver then you see your team-mate race on their way to third place on the podium. In light of the whole season he’s had so far, it’s a very dark situation.” More

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      Max Verstappen says George Russell ram ‘was not right’ as F1 star releases statement after Spanish GP controversy

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN has broken his silence after being accused of a “deliberate” crash at the Spanish Grand Prix. The Dutchman collided with George Russell just three laps away from the chequered flag on Sunday. Max Verstappen has opened up about an incident late in the Spanish Grand PrixCredit: GettyThe Dutchman collided with George Russell on Turn Five with just 3 laps to goCredit: Sky SportsRussell later accused Verstappen of ‘deliberately’ crashing into himCredit: Sky SportsVerstappen had been told to let Russell and his Mercedes through by Red Bull bosses. But the pair made contact at Turn Five after a safety car delay, with the four-time world champion given a ten-second penalty. The penalty dropped Verstappen back from P5 to P10 when he crossed the finish line.A fuming Russell said after the race: “Ultimately, we came home in P4 and he came home in P10. READ MORE ON F1″I don’t really know what was going through his mind. “It felt deliberate in the moment, so it felt surprising.”Verstappen has now addressed the incident in a post on Instagram, claiming emotions were “running high”.The Dutchman wrote: “We had an exciting strategy and good race in Barcelona, till the safety car came out. Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Our tyre choice to the end and some moves after the safety car restart fuelled my frustration, leading to a move that was not right and shouldn’t have happened. “I always give everything out there for the team and emotions can run high. 10 Years of Max Verstappen documentary trailer”You win some together, you lose some together. “See you in Montreal.”F1’s governing body decided that Verstappen’s actions warranted three points on his Super Licence, declaring the collision was “undoubtedly caused” by him.The sport’s penalty points system works on a 12-month rolling basis.THE new Formula One season is well underway – and one team appear to be running away with it.A massive summer of change saw Lewis Hamilton move on from Mercedes and join Ferrari, while the McLaren pair of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have a big chance to end Max Verstappen’s recent dominance.The Red Bull ace is aiming for a record-equalling FIFTH consecutive world title.INFORMATIONLATEST NEWSSEASON SO FARVerstappen currently sits on 11 penalty points out of the maximum of 12.Earning one more before the points rest on June 30 would see him banned for a race.Sky Sports pundit and former F1 star Nico Rosberg believes Verstappen was lucky to avoid a black flag.Rosberg said: “It looked like a very intentional retaliation. “Wait for the opponent, go ramming into him, just like you felt the other guy rammed into you at Turn 1.”That’s something which is extremely unacceptable and I think the rules would be a black flag, yes. “If you wait for your opponent to bang into him, that’s a black flag.”Read More on The SunVerstappen is now 49 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri.The McLarens dominated in Barcelona, with Piastri winning off pole and team-mate Lando Norris finishing second. More

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      Max Verstappen facing BAN from F1 race as stewards make punishment decision over George Russell Crash

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN is on the verge of a Formula One race ban after race stewards made a decision over his collision with George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix.The Red Bull driver lost his head at the end of the race following a safety car restart which culminated in him “undoubtedly” crashing into Russell and initially earning a 10-second time penalty.Max Verstappen was handed a 10-second penalty for “undoubtedly” causing his collision with George RussellVerstappen appeared to deliberately drive into the Brit at Turn 5 of the Spanish GPCredit: Sky SportsThe FIA later hit the Dutchman with three penalty points, leaving him one off of a race banCredit: Shutterstock EditorialThat punishment dropped him from P5 when he crossed the line to P10, which opened a massive 49-point gap between himself and championship leader Oscar Piastri.A further investigation from the FIA after the race saw the 27-year-old avoid disqualification, despite calls from Nico Rosberg on Sky Sports commentary.However, F1’s governing body decided that Verstappen’s actions also warranted three points on his Super Licence, declaring the collision was “undoubtedly caused” by him.And this has placed him on the verge of a ban for an F1 race later this season.READ MORE IN F1With the three points added from his exploits in Barcelona, Verstappen is now just one penalty point away from a race ban.F1’s penalty points system works on a 12-month rolling basis, and Verstappen currently sits on 11 penalty points out of the maximum of 12 before a ban.But the next time the four-time world champion will see any of his penalty points expire will be on June 30.That means Verstappen will need to be on his best behaviour at both the Canada Grand Prix on June 15 and then Red Bull’s home race at the Austrian Grand Prix on June 29.Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKPicking up another penalty point in Montreal would mean a ban for Verstappen at the Red Bull Ring, while a point in the second race would mean he is banned from the British Grand Prix on July 6.Verstappen will become the first-ever reigning world champion to be hit by a ban if he picks up another point in either of those races.One of F1’s most recognisable voices reveals Leclerc and Hamilton moments that will live with him foreverHowever, if he stays clean across the next two race weekends then Verstappen will see two points expire from his licence and move down to nine.After that he will need to avoid further incident going all the way to October 27th.The chaos in Spain began after a safety car restart caused by Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli veering into the gravel. Verstappen nearly spun and Charles Leclerc overtook him before Russell, 27, nearly went into the back of him, with the Dutchman going off track onto the escape road.He was then told by his team to give the place back to the Brit, believing he had gained an unfair advantage by leaving the track.Fuming Verstappen swore down the radio at the decision before slowing up.What are Verstappen’s penalty points and when do they expire?Two points: Expire 30th June 2025. These were awarded for causing a collision with Lando Norris at the 2024 Austrian Grand Prix.Two points: Expire 27th October 2025. These were awarded for forcing Lando Norris off track during the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix.One point: Expires 1st November 2025. This point was awarded for being under the minimum VSC delta time during the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix Sprint.One point: Expires 1st December 2025. This point was awarded for driving unnecessarily slowly on a cooldown lap during qualifying for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix.Two points: Expire 8th December 2025.These were awarded for causing a collision with Oscar Piastri during the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.The Mercedes man thought he was letting him through at Turn 5 but his rival then appeared to intentionally ram into the side of him, which landed Verstappen in hot water.Speaking after the race, Russell said: “I’m too close to give my opinion on behalf of the drivers. It’s like in Austin last year, some of the best moves ever then you go to Mexico and he lets himself down a bit.”You go to Imola with one of the best moves of all-time, then this happens. It cost him and his team a lot of points. Charles and I actually dropped off like a stone on those last two laps.”He probably could have come back to fight for the podium, so I won’t lose any sleep [over it]. We have our own problems and that’s making our car go faster.”Verstappen himself said: “I don’t need to say anything about it because it doesn’t matter anyway.”I had a big moment there in the last corner. Unfortunately the hard tyres had very low grip so that was quite painful. Basically, we just ran out of tyres. Read More on The Sun”In hindsight, was it better to stay out? Maybe, I don’t know. It’s always easy to say afterwards. Because of those hard tyres, you get into those situations.“I think [the strategy] was good, I think it worked for us. It was the best way forward. It was racy and I liked it. Unfortunately we didn’t get the benefits at the end.” More

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      Lando Norris’s girlfriend Margarida Corceiro looks concerned watching Spanish Grand Prix after confirming relationship

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      LANDO NORRIS’ girlfriend Margarida Corceiro looked concerned as she watched the McLaren star in action at the Spanish Grand Prix.Norris, 25, was first linked with the Portuguese model in 2023.Margarida Corceiro looked concerned during today’s raceCredit: Formula 1Margarida, 25, was in Barcelona supporting her manCredit: GettyLando Norris finished as runner-up in today’s Grand PrixCredit: PAThey were spotted together at tennis’ Monte-Carlo Masters the following year, but were then understood to have split last August.Their relationship appears to be back on, with Margarida having cheered Norris on in Monaco last week.The 22-year-old was back in the paddock once again this weekend, watching her man from the McLaren garage.As Norris trailed team-mate Oscar Piastri in Barcelona, live TV footage showed Margarida looking concerned. READ MORE IN SPORTThe Bristol-born F1 star went into this weekend trailing his Aussie colleague by just three points.But a runner-up finish to Piastri this week has seen Norris’ deficit increase back to 10.Speaking after the race, Norris took his defeat with grace.He said: “Oscar drove a very good race today. I didn’t quite have the pace to match him but we gave it our best shot.Most read in MotorsportBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKMargarida was in Monaco supporting Norris last weekCredit: SplashThe couple have previously been spotted together at the tennisCredit: Sky Sports”It was a good fun race and to finish one-two is even better!” Margarida previously dated footballer Joao Felix between 2019 and 2023.Max Verstappen and Lando Norris open up on F1 rivalry after controversial clashesThe pair reportedly got together when she was 17 and he was 20.Norris, meanwhile, dated Margarida’s fellow Portuguese model Luisinha Oliveira.The former couple announced their split in September 2022.Margarida works as a model and has a huge followingCredit: Instagram / @magui_corceiro More