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TT Races
The Isle of Man's most famous annual event is the TT Races which have been held
on the island since 1907. TT stands for 'Tourist Trophy' and for two weeks every
June on the Island's 37 mile circuit of public roads, thousands of competitors produce
a blistering display of skill and speed. The course remains largely untouched since
1911 and the tight, twisty roads through the narrow villages past their pubs, phone
boxes and telegraph poles, and open spaces of the Mountain, are the ultimate test
of biking skill.
Described by Murray Walker as the 'greatest motor-sporting event in the world',
the Isle of Man TT is the last of the great motor-sporting tests in the world today.
Run in a time-trial format, over the years the average lap speed has increased to
around 127mph with speeds approaching 200mph in some parts of the track as some
of the finest road racers on the planet battle for glory.
The 2007 TT Races celebrated 100 years since the event began and featured a special
re-enactment of the 1907 Isle of Man TT Race with a vintage parade of 100 classic
motor-cycles held on the village green.
The 2009 TT Races featured a new event the 'TTXGP' - the World's first clean emission
Grand Prix, where 'green' racing machines and vehicles, still capable of reaching
Grand Prix race speeds, raced over one lap of the normal TT circuit. Also in 2009,
the fastest lap record bar was once again raised to a staggering average speed of
131.578mph by John McGuinness.
TT Races 2010
The 2010 TT Races should be even better with a number of new, exciting and unique
events planned and all the big name TT riders and teams are returning for 2010.
Isle of Man TT winners of 2009, John McGuinness and Steve Plater will once again
ride for the HM Plant Honda team to defend their titles. McGuinness won the TT Superbike
race which took his record of TT wins to 15, whilst Plater took victory in the Senior
TT, his second TT Race victory.
The TT races are not just about the racing, there is a massive social festival too
with entertainment, club meets and a large programme of activities and events. These
include the 'Paddock Walk-about' and 'the Ramsey Sprint', plus aviation displays,
ride-outs, rallies and off road action. There will once again be a number of spectacular
evening concerts. In the past the likes of Robert Plant, Lou Reed, Alice Cooper
and Status Quo have performed.
Thousands of fans flock to the Island each year to enjoy the carnival atmosphere
and high-speed action of the TT Races and no other motorsport event attracts as
many people for an entire period of two weeks than the world famous TT Races. Whether
you are spectating, racing or supporting the event in another way, or just coming
for the unique atmosphere, come and see for yourself what all the fuss is about
at the 2010 TT Races - there really is nothing on Earth quite like it.
TT Races 2010 Schedule
Below is the race schedule for the 2010 TT Races. This schedule ts subject to change.
There is a Free Practice day on Saturday 29th May 2010 and Qualifying runs from
Monday 31st May 2010 - Friday 4th June 2010.
Saturday 5th June 2010
» 1200pm - Superbike TT Race (6 laps)
» 1500pm - Sidecar TT Race 1 (3 laps)
Monday 7th June 2010
» 10.45am - Supersport TT Race 1 (4 laps)
» 2.15pm - Superstock TT Race (4 laps)
Wednesday 9th June
» 10.45am - Supersport TT Race 2 (4 laps)
» 1.15pm - Sidecar TT Race 2 (3 laps)
» 4.15pm - TTXGP Race (1 lap)
Friday 11th June 2010
» 12.30am -Senior TT Race (6 laps)
Where to watch the TT Races 2010
The famous TT mountain circuit is made up of almost 40 miles of public roads that
are closed for qualifying and race sessions. There are plenty of great places to
watch all the action around the island, many free, from the popular Braddan Bridge
area to the iconic TT Grandstand in Douglas. Here is where you will find unrivalled
views of the start/finish line and the 170mph-plus stretch and it is recommended
you watch at least one session from the building to enjoy the ultimate TT experience.
Road Information
Some safety guidelines for when the TT Races are taking place and the roads are
closed: DO NOT walk on the course, DO NOT ride or drive on the course. DO NOT drop
litter, DO NOT leave children unattended. DO NOT use a flash on your camera, KEEP
all animals under control. OBEY INSTRUCTIONS, given by the POLICE and the MARSHALS.
Overseas drivers remember PLEASE DRIVE ON THE LEFT.
For more information about the TT races, visit the official website at:
www.iomtt.com.
Isle of Man Hotels
Why not stay at the
Sefton Hotel, a luxurious
4 Star hotel in Douglas, perfectly located for the TT Grandstand in Douglas. The
fully refurbished Victorian-style hotel has some unique features such as its Atrium
Water Garden, Rosette Award Winning Restaurant, Sefton spa, art gallery and secure
guest underground car park. With 100 bedrooms including sea-facing, balcony and
suites, the
Sefton Hotel
in Douglas is the perfect hotel to stay whilst enjoying the 2010 TT Races on the
Isle of Man.
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Isle of Man Tourist Attractions
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Attractions to visit in Isle of Man:
 Laxey Water Wheel, Laxey
 Groudle Glen Railway, Douglas
Gaiety Theatre, Douglas
Curraghs Wildlife Park, Ballaugh
Langness Lighthouse, Castletown
Sound Visitor Centre, Cregneash
 Snaefell Mountain Railway, Laxey
Onchan Pleasure Park, Onchan
 House of Manannan, Peel
Tower of Refuge, Douglas
 Maughold Head Lighthouse, Ramsey
Peel Bay, Bay
Peel Castle, Peel
Manx Electric Railway
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Isle of Man Tourist Attractions
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