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Isle of Man TT racer to make comeback after sabbatical backed by Peter Hickman
Popular Irish road racer Derek Sheils is set to return to the Isle of Man TT in 2026 with a new team, riding BMW machinery from Peter Hickman’s PHR Performance. Sheils made his TT debut in 2013 and has been a key figure in road racing and the Ulster Superbike Championship. After scaling back his racing in recent years, Sheils plans a full campaign in 2026 with Cosmic Racing, alongside competing in the Ulster Superbike series. His new BMW M1000RR is being prepared by Peter Hickman’s team, and Sheils is enthusiastic about the upcoming challenges. Sheils aims to balance short circuit championships with road races, while also considering adding a second rider to the team for events like the North West 200.
