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Michael Dunlop’s Superbike TT hopes dashed after “we blew a hole in the tyre”
Michael Dunlop revealed that he had a tire issue on the final lap of the 2025 Isle of Man TT Superbike race, preventing him from overtaking winner Davey Todd. Despite facing challenges during practice with his new BMW Superbike, Dunlop entered Monday’s race as a main favorite. He closely trailed Todd throughout the race, but encountered problems with his rear tire on the last lap, causing him to lose grip and momentum. Despite finishing just 1.296s behind Todd, Dunlop expressed disappointment at blowing a potential victory due to the tire issue. He acknowledged the tough competition and improvements made by his team, aiming for a better outcome in the upcoming races.
