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The Isle of Man TT has revealed the top 20 starters for the first Sportbike races at the 2026 edition.
The Isle of Man TT’s Sportbike class start list for the 2026 event has been confirmed with the top 20 riders listed. Renamed from Supertwin to Sportbike, the category aligns with international racing standards for mid-capacity twin-cylinder motorcycles. Notably, Triumph Daytona 660 bikes are included, like in the British Sportbike Championship and the World Sportbike Championship.
Among the top 20 starters are bikes from Triumph, Yamaha, Paton, and Aprilia, with names like Dominic Herbertson and Davey Todd getting ready to race. The absence of a fifth rider in the start list is noticeable, leaving an open spot in the lineup.
Leading the pack is Mike Browne on a Paton, followed by competitors like Paul Jordan on an Aprilia and Michael Evans on a Yamaha R7. The start list reveals a mix of established names and up-and-coming talents ready to tackle the challenging Sportbike TT races in 2026.
