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Michael Dunlop took victory in a shortened and delayed Supersport Race 1 at the 2026 Isle of Man TT.
Michael Dunlop secured a dominating victory in Supersport Race 1 at the 2026 Isle of Man TT, outpacing Dean Harrison and Peter Hickman on the track. Despite a cautious start, Dunlop quickly regained control and steadily extended his lead throughout the race, eventually finishing nearly 25 seconds ahead of his closest competitor. This marked Dunlop’s ninth consecutive Supersport win at the TT and his 34th win across all classes. The race saw impressive performances from Harrison in second place and Hickman in third, despite facing challenges during the pit stops. The highly anticipated event, delayed due to bad weather, ultimately delivered intense racing action over the shortened distance of three laps.
