Qualifying for returning Isle of Man Classic TT gets under way
Wednesday's schedule
18:30 - Formula 1 Classic / Lightweight Classic19:20 - Lightweight Classic / Historic Senior / Historic Junior
The Classic TT was first introduced in 2013 and ran until racing was put on a hiatus for two years due to border closures during the pandemic.When racing returned in 2022, the classic classes were run under the banner of the Manx Grand Prix in a truncated nine-day event.The reintroduction of the TT branding has also seen event's format extended back to 13 days.The Department for Enterprise previously said the TT brand was being brought back as part of a three-year move to boost visitor numbers to the island.Roads around the course must reopen no later than 21:00.The 2025 Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT events run until 29 August.
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