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Belfast Telegraph
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Belfast Telegraph
Isle of Man TT hero confirmed as latest addition to the star-studded line-up for Joey Dunlop 25 celebrations
The 23-time TT winner is a former Honda team-mate of Joey's and will take time out of his hectic schedule as he prepares for the start of practice week on Monday to join a star-studded line-up in the Co Antrim town. McGuinness will ride one of Joey's machines in a special closed-road parade through Ballymoney, when 25 of the road racing superstar's bikes will be paraded by many of his former team-mates, rivals and friends, including World Superbike champions Jonathan Rea and Carl Fogarty. Grand Prix legends Ron Haslam, Jeremy McWilliams, and Eugene Laverty, plus British Superbike riders Glenn Irwin and Leon Haslam and other celebrated riders such as Ryan Farquhar, Michael Rutter, and Phillip McCallen have also been confirmed for the parade on Saturday. The Joey 25 celebration will pay homage to the 26-time Isle of Man TT winner and five-time world champion, who tragically lost his life almost 25 years ago in an accident during a race meeting in Estonia in July 2000. Thousands are expected to converge on Joey's hometown for the biggest remembrance event held in his memory, where a range of activities celebrating his life have been organised, including the biggest ever exhibition of his iconic bikes, a screening of race highlights, and a special Q&A session with the many riders attending. Fans will have the opportunity to hear first-hand stories of their careers, their experiences racing on the TT course and their admiration for Joey Dunlop's enduring legacy. The events will be streamed live to a global audience on Greenlight Television's acclaimed King of the Roads TV platform from 6.00pm. The live stream, which will also be broadcast to thousands of spectators on big screens at the event, will include exclusive interviews with riders and the Dunlop family, and behind-the-scenes footage of the event, including the Joey 25 Exhibition at Ballymoney Museum, which features rare memorabilia from Joey's illustrious career. Joey's wife Linda said: 'We are honoured that the Joey 25 celebration can now be seen by a global audience. 'Joey was a local hero and an international icon, and this live stream ensures that fans everywhere can join us in celebrating his extraordinary legacy. 'This event is a heartfelt, deeply personal tribute to Joey, and we're delighted that we will share this special day with his fans worldwide. 'Seeing Joey's bikes roar through Ballymoney and knowing people across the globe can watch feels truly special.' As part of the celebration, a unique Joey 25 Exhibition at Ballymoney Museum is open daily from 9.00am to 5.00pm until August 30, 2025, inviting visitors to explore Joey's legacy through rare artefacts, including his 1981 Isle of Man TT racing leathers, and a collection of cherished personal items from the Dunlop family archives.
BBC News
18-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Ray beats Irwin to Donington victory
British Superbike Championship leader Bradley Ray held off the challenge of Glenn Irwin to complete a treble of wins at Donington. England's Ray had already won Saturday's 20-lap race and Sunday's sprint before the Yamaha rider led from first lap to last in the weekend's finale. Rory Skinner, Kyle Ryde and Leon Haslam were in early pursuit, but it was Irwin who established himself as Ray's biggest threat from lap 10. The PBM Ducati rider bridged the gap across the closing laps but could not make the move that would have denied Ray his his latest trio of wins, Ray now leads the championship on 86 points, 12 ahead of Irwin with last year's champion, Kyle Ryde, eight further championship resumes at Snetterton on 20 June.
BBC News
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Irwin fourth in Donington British Superbike opener
Glenn Irwin finished fourth in Saturday's opening British Superbike race of the weekend at 20-lap event was won by Yamaha rider Brad Ray, with defending champion Kyle Ryde second on a machine provided by the same manufacturer, and Australian two-time BSB champion Josh Brookes third for DAO Racing Honda, their first-ever BSB Brookes, it was a first rostrum finish in the championship since was the early leader, before Irwin hit the front, but under pressure from his pursuer, the PBM Ducati rider ran too hot into Melbourne Loop on lap 14 and subsequently fell out of the podium Skinner came home fifth for the Cheshire Mouldings Ducati by TAS Racing Irwin was eighth for Honda Racing, compatriot Scott Swann 12th and Richard Kerr now leads the standings on 50 points, six points ahead of Glenn Irwin, with Leon Haslam a further two points in sprint race and the second feature race will be staged on Ben Currie won the Supersport sprint race, with Donegal's Rhys Irwin third, Dubliner and five-time series champion Jack Kennedy fourth and Eugene McManus fifth. Lee Johnston was 12th.
NBC Sports
11-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
2025 Supercross Salt Lake City 450, Round 17
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah: Aaron Plessinger earned the holeshot with Cooper Webb and Chasse Sexton chasing. But Plessinger stumbled on Lap 1 and Webb took the lead. More SuperMotocross News 450 Salt Lake City heats | 250 heats Chase Sexton sweeps SLC Qualification Cole Davies crashes in SLC Q1 The making of a Supercross track Aaron Plessinger renews with Red Bull KTM Salt Lake City Preview | Betting Guide Jeremy Martin to run three Pro MX races in 2025 Jett Lawrence walks the red carpet Two riders die in 11-bike British Superbike crash Denver 450 Results | 250 Results Chase Sexton dominates Denver 450s, keeps hope alive Haiden Deegan wins 250 Denver feature, championship
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Glenn Irwin gives honest response when asked about North West 200 racing return
Glenn Irwin has teased fans of the North West 200 that he may make a return to racing around the Triangle circuit. Irwin has dominated the Superbike section of the international road races in recent years winning a remarkable 11 races in a row. That run came to an end on Thursday evening as Irwin made the decision not to race at this year's event will his full focus on the British Superbike Championship. READ MORE: British Superbike champion Kyle Ryde makes stance clear on North West 200 READ MORE: Michael Dunlop emulates his late father Robert after stunning day of racing at North West 200 The Carrickfergus man has been at the course all week though in his role as an ambassador, but speaking to BBC Sport during Saturday's races Irwin refused to rule out a competitive return to the North West 200. "I dreamt of winning one race here and to go on and to win 11 consecutively is something I never thought of," said Irwin. "I am very proud of what I done and proud to know to call it a day and concentrate on bringing the British Superbike Championship to Northern Ireland. "Who knows what the future brings. In life we make choices and choices can change as well. "I would love to stick to my guns and to continue being here in an ambassador role, but you never know and you can never rule out a return [to the North West 200 as a rider] at any point." Sign up to our free sports newsletter to get the latest headlines to your inbox
