Any Isle of Man TT news, rumours or results

Preparations for the 2026 Isle of Man TT have entered their final phase following the conclusion of the North West 200. Recent updates include the confirmation of Michael Evans and Joe Yeardsley for Flitwick Motorcycles in the Sportbike class and Shaun Anderson's switch to the Penz13 BMW squad. Significant uncertainty remains regarding Michael Dunlop's Superbike choice for the TT after he withdrew his factory-backed Ducatis from the North West 200 in favor of a Honda.

• Flitwick Motorcycles rider confirmation: On 08 May 2026, Flitwick Motorcycles/SMV Engineering officially confirmed Michael Evans and Joe Yeardsley to compete in the Sportbike TT races on Yamaha R7 machinery.
• Shaun Anderson team switch: Shaun Anderson has been confirmed to switch from Suzuki to BMW (M1000RR) for the 2026 TT, joining the Rico Penzkofer-led Penz13 squad (10 May 2026). (May 25, 2026) 📅 Calendar file (.ics) Shaun Anderson Penz13 BMW Debut May 25, 2026
• Michael Dunlop TT machinery uncertainty: Following his withdrawal of the Ducati V4R at the North West 200 on 09 May 2026, Dunlop's Superbike and Superstock machinery for the TT remains unconfirmed, with a potential shift back to Honda or BMW expected.
• Official 2026 TT Programme release: The official 2026 Isle of Man TT programme and race guide went on sale in early May 2026, providing the final seeded entry lists and race schedules.

The 2026 North West 200 concluded on 09 May 2026, serving as the final major form guide before the Isle of Man TT. Glenn Irwin made history with his 12th consecutive Superbike win, while Michael Dunlop secured a Supersport victory but notably switched to Honda machinery for the Superbike class after withdrawing his Ducatis. Newcomer Storm Stacey impressed with a double victory in the Superstock and Superbike categories, setting a new newcomer lap record in the process.

• Glenn Irwin record Superbike win: Glenn Irwin secured his 12th consecutive Superbike victory at the North West 200, surpassing the records of Joey Dunlop and Michael Rutter (09 May 2026).
• Michael Dunlop machinery switch: After withdrawing his Ducati V4R, Michael Dunlop raced a Hawk Racing Honda to a third-place finish in the Superbike class and won the Supersport race on a Yamaha R6 (09 May 2026). 📅 Calendar file (.ics) Michael Dunlop NW200 Supersport Win May 9, 2026
• Storm Stacey double victory: Newcomer Storm Stacey won both the Superstock and the second Superbike race, setting a new newcomer lap record of 123.725mph (09 May 2026).
• Peter Hickman Supertwin win: Peter Hickman won the opening Supertwin/Sportbike race, narrowly beating 62-year-old veteran Jeremy McWilliams (09 May 2026).
• 2026 Isle of Man TT Qualifying: Official qualifying for the 2026 edition is scheduled to begin on 25 May 2026. 📅 Calendar file (.ics) 2026 Isle of Man TT Qualifying Starts May 25, 2026 – May 30, 2026

On 08 May 2026, officials confirmed the death of 48-year-old Czech road racer and Isle of Man TT competitor Kamil Holan following a crash during qualifying at the North West 200. In team news, Flitwick Motorcycles announced Mikey Evans as a late replacement for Adam McLean in the Sportbike class for the 2026 TT, joining Joe Yeardsley on Yamaha R7 machinery. Meanwhile, defending Superbike winner Davey Todd remains a fitness doubt but is targeting a return for the start of qualifying on 25 May 2026.

• Kamil Holan fatality confirmed: Czech road racer and TT competitor Kamil Holan died following a crash at the North West 200 (08 May 2026)
• Flitwick Motorcycles rider change: Mikey Evans replaces Adam McLean for the Sportbike class (08 May 2026)
• Davey Todd fitness status: Ruled unfit for North West 200 but aiming for TT return (07 May 2026)
• 2026 Isle of Man TT Qualifying: Starts 25 May 2026 📅 Calendar file (.ics) 2026 Isle of Man TT Qualifying Starts May 25, 2026

On 08 May 2026, Flitwick Motorcycles announced that Mikey Evans will replace Adam McLean in the Sportbike class for the 2026 Isle of Man TT, joining Joe Yeardsley on Yamaha R7 machinery. This update follows the release of official seeded entry lists and ongoing fitness concerns for Davey Todd, who remains focused on returning for the start of qualifying on 25 May 2026 despite being ruled unfit for the North West 200.

• Flitwick Motorcycles rider change: Mikey Evans replaces Adam McLean for the Sportbike class (08 May 2026)
• 2026 Isle of Man TT Qualifying: Starts 25 May 2026 📅 Calendar file (.ics) 2026 Isle of Man TT Qualifying May 25, 2026 – May 29, 2026
• 2026 Isle of Man TT Race Week: Starts 30 May 2026 📅 Calendar file (.ics) 2026 Isle of Man TT Race Week May 30, 2026 – June 6, 2026