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2026 Isle of Man TT: Opening race delayed, new schedule announced
The first race of the 2026 Isle of Man TT has been delayed due to low cloud, with the Superstock contest now rescheduled for 12pm local time. Today marks the beginning of race week at the Isle of Man TT, with the first three-lap Superstock contest set to kick off the event. The delay was necessary due to low cloud conditions around the Mountain Course, prompting organizers to push the start time back by an hour. Roads around the mountain will close as scheduled, with the rest of the course remaining open until at least 11am local time. This year, the Superstock class will lead the race schedule, followed by the six-lap Superbike TT on Sunday. Additionally, the Sidecar races have been suspended for the entirety of 2026 following a crash, with plans for a review post-event to preserve the class for future competitions.
