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BBC News
3 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Evans disqualified from Supertwin TT race result
Michael Evans has been disqualified from second position in Tuesday's Isle of Man TT Supertwin race one on technical inspection grounds, race organisers have a statement, they said the Dafabet Racing team had failed to present his bike for mandatory post-race inspection on time following the second race on response, the team said it accepted the decision and took "full responsibility" for what it said was a "mistake and oversight by the team in our preparations" for the said he was "absolutely devastated" that his first ever podium position had been taken away, adding: "Heartbroken but I will move forward." The Manx rider, who made his debut at the event in 2018, finished in second place on what was his 32nd birthday behind Northern Ireland's Michael Dunlop, with Rob Hodson in third and Paul Jordan in organisers said initial checks of Evans' Kawasaki were undertaken by the technical officials after race one and the engine was the team had been "unable to produce the machine for the technical inspection within the required timeframe" following the rider's retirement from race two on Thursday.A revised result for the Supertwin TT race one has seen Wigan's Hodson move into second place, with Northern Ireland's Jordan taking third. Dafabet Racing said: "We accept the decision of the TT race organisation for what we can only describe as a mistake and oversight by the team in our preparations for the Supertwin race."We wish to apologise to the race organisers, the fans, our fellow competitors, our sponsors, and – above else – to Michael for this error, for which the team take full responsibility, and we thank him for his professionalism through this process and throughout TT 2025."Releasing his own statement, Evans said: "I am absolutely devastated as is the whole Dafabet Racing team with the news regarding my Isle of Man TT races podium being taken away."I put my life on the line and rode as fast and as well as I could. Everyone could see how much it meant to me."As a rider I did not know anything was wrong with the bike or I would not have gone out on it."Please no messages as I will not be making any further comments on the matter at the moment." Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook, external and X, external.
CBC
5 days ago
- Automotive
- CBC
Happy birthday Chrysler! Brand celebrates 100 years with Belle Isle jaunt
Chrysler marked its 100th anniversary on Wednesday by taking some historic cars out for a spin on scenic Belle Isle in Detroit. The CBC's Michael Evans was there to check it out.
BBC News
7 days ago
- Automotive
- BBC News
Dunlop dominates Supertwin TT for 31st victory
Michael Dunlop claimed a record-extending 31st victory at the Isle of Man TT by winning the Supertwins opener on Tuesday. Dunlop, who also won the Supersport opener on Monday, dominated the two-lap race to win by 22.673 seconds ahead of Manx rider Michael Evans and Rob Hodson, who both secured their first TT like the Superstock TT, which was won by Honda's Dean Harrison, the Supertwins opener was cut to two laps and pushed back to the evening after rain throughout the day on Tuesday."The bike worked lovely and on the second lap I seen I was up 10 seconds so I started to calm myself a little bit," Dunlop told TT Plus. "These bikes are a maintenance thing, the engines get so much torture so fair play for the Paton boys, it's good to get another win for them." It was record 48th solo podium for Dunlop, which meant he has been on the rostrum for 52% of all races he has entered at the gruelling road race, which takes place between 37.7 miles of closed public roads."The main thing is to win TTs, and to get into another bracket into the 30s is good," he added."To win two this early on in the week has been great, but we need to keep pushing. Let's see what we're made of." Northern Ireland's Dunlop had won both Supertwin races at the TT in 2024 and picked up where he left off. He led after the first sector at Glen Helen on the opening lap and didn't look back from that point. Manx rider Evans, who was celebrating his birthday, was overtaken by Dunlop over the Mountain but tucked in behind the Paton rider to hold a comfortable second position heading on the second and final lap. Dunlop led by 10.7 seconds from Evans, who in turn held a 9.4 seconds advantage over Davey Todd, who was being held by in traffic behind Adam rider has won more races at the TT than Dunlop, and the 36-year-old cruised to victory with a commanding performance with a winning margin of 22.673 seconds. It was a 32nd birthday to celebrate for Evans, who claimed his first TT podium and was emotional as he entered the winners' enclosure. "I can't believe it," a tearful Evans told TT Plus."I've deamt about this for so much of my life. I don't even know what to say, I've worked so hard to be here. "You believe it and imagine it, but you never know if it's actually going to happen. It's the best birthday I've ever had". Behind the leading pair, Hodson prevailed in a tight battle for third by beating Paul Jordan by 1.757 seconds. Todd, Dominic Herbertson and Stefano Bonetti rounded out the top six."It's pretty special," said Hodson. "It's good to reward the team with a podium, and my first one."It's above and beyond what I ever expected to achieve when I started racing at the Isle of Man TT. I'll never forget this moment." Supertwin TT result 1. Michael Dunlop (Paton) Two laps2. Michael Evans (Kawasaki) +22.673 seconds3. Rob Hodson (Paton) +13.465 4. Paul Jordan (Aprillia) +1.757 seconds5. Davey Todd (Paton) +4.2476. Dominic Herbertson (Paton) +1.9327. Adam McLean (Yamaha) +7.4548. Stefano Bonetti (Paton) +6.393
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Alabama State Trooper, three others convicted in federal drug conspiracy case
Four men have been convicted in federal court for their roles in what prosecutors say was a "conspiracy" to bring cocaine from Mexico into Montgomery. One of those convicted, Michael Evans, was an Alabama State Trooper, prosecutors say. Jim Carter Jr., 58, of Montgomery; Francisco Lopez, 39, of Texas; Michael Evans, 53, of Montgomery; and Bryce Johnson, 38, of Union Springs, were found guilty of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine, said Kevin Davidson acting United States attorney for the Middle District of Alabama. The jury convicted Carter and Lopez on an additional charge of possession with intent to distribute cocaine, said Steven Hofer, special agent in charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration's New Orleans office. More: 'This place will never die': Last class graduates from Autaugaville High School 'This case is a clear reminder of the serious threat that drug trafficking poses to our communities,' said Davidson. 'Cocaine and other illegal narcotics fuel violence, addiction and instability in neighborhoods across Alabama and the nation. Our office remains committed to working with our federal, state and local partners to dismantle these networks and hold traffickers accountable, no matter where the drugs originate or how they move.' According to court records and evidence presented at trial, the Drug Enforcement Administration began investigating a suspected drug trafficking network involving Carter in 2023. The investigation uncovered that Carter traveled to Texas and crossed the border into Mexico on multiple occasions to further the conspiracy. Couriers regularly transported cocaine from Texas to Alabama, delivering it to Carter. On June 10, 2024, agents seized six kilograms of cocaine during a delivery to Carter by Lopez. The jury also heard evidence that Evans — who was an Alabama State Trooper at the time — offered to wear his uniform and use his official patrol vehicle to facilitate drug transportation in an attempt to avoid detection by law enforcement. A sentencing hearing will be scheduled in the coming months. Carter and Lopez each face a statutory sentence of 10 years to life in prison. Evans and Johnson face up to 20 years in federal prison. There is no parole in the federal system. 'This investigation shows that no one is above the law – not even those sworn to uphold it,' said Hofer. 'Drug trafficking puts lives at risk and tears at the fabric of our communities. The DEA, working alongside our local law enforcement partners, is committed to protecting the people of Alabama by keeping dangerous drugs off the streets and ensuring accountability at every level. Our communities deserve safety, justice, and law enforcement they can trust.' Five other people have pleaded guilty in connection with this investigation: Saundra Curry, 63, of Deatsville, pleaded guilty on Sept. 19, 2024, to conspiracy to distribute cocaine. She faces up to 20 years in prison. Othello Howard, 29, of Montgomery, pleaded guilty on Feb. 3 to the same charge and also faces up to 20 years. Jimario Thompson, 37, of Montgomery, pleaded guilty on April 30 to conspiracy to distribute cocaine. He faces a maximum of 20 years. Raul Ramos Deleon, a Mexican national, pleaded guilty on April 30, to illegal reentry into the United States after deportation. He faces a maximum of 20 years in prison. Maria Beatriz Palomo-De Lopez, 41, also a Mexican national, pleaded guilty on April 30, to illegal reentry into the United States after deportation. She also faces up to 20 years. The Drug Enforcement Administration investigated this case with cooperation from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Other investigating agencies include the Elmore County Sheriff's Office, Millbrook Police Department, Montgomery Police Department, and Prattville Police Department. Contact Montgomery Advertiser reporter Marty Roney at mroney@ This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Alabama trooper, three others convicted in drug conspiracy case
CBC
08-05-2025
- CBC
Huron Church reopens after crash involving 4 transport trucks
No injuries were reported, police say Image | Huron Church Crash Caption: Police say no injuries were reported after four trucks were involved in a crash on Huron Church Road Wednesday afternoon. (Michael Evans/CBC) Open Image in New Tab No one was injured, Windsor police say, after a four-truck crash on Huron Church Road Wednesday afternoon. Police also said in a statement that no pedestrians were involved in the crash, which took place near Girardot Street. While roads were briefly closed, police say they have since re-opened.
