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The organisers of the Isle of Man TT have released an update on the competitors injured during Friday’s three-race schedule
The Isle of Man TT organisers have provided an update on the injured competitors from Friday’s races at the 2026 event, with local racer Jamie Cringle being the most severely injured in a crash at Union Mills during the Supersport TT race.
Cringle was initially taken to Noble’s Hospital and later transferred to Aintree Hospital in Liverpool for further treatment due to his serious injuries, including an open compound fracture of his tibia and fibula, a broken sternum, and bruising to his heart.
In 2024, the Isle of Man TT medical team became the first in motorsport to carry blood for trackside transfusions to injured competitors.
Other competitors like Michael Evans and Erno Kostamo also faced crashes but with less severe injuries, receiving ongoing treatment after their accidents.
Fundraising efforts for injured competitors, such as for sidecar racer Maria Costello and her passenger Shaun Parker, have garnered significant support, with the community rallying to provide financial assistance for their recoveries.
