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"Isle of Man TT: A Legendary Race Through Time" The Isle of Man TT, renowned for its thrilling motorcycle races, has witnessed countless historic moments. In 1961, the legendary Mike Hailwood clinched victory in the Senior International TT race astride a Norton, etching his name into racing folklore. Cast your mind back to 1926 when Calthorpe Gill made waves at the IOM TT with their daring performance. The Japanese team also left an indelible mark on this iconic event as they arrived on the island ready to compete against some of the best riders in the world. Fast forward to 1930 and witness H. Mitchell's Velocette tearing through the tracks during the Junior TT race. The adrenaline-fueled atmosphere was palpable as Steve Abbott and Shaun Smith navigated Bedstead Corner in their sidecar during the 1984 edition. John Surtees took flight over Ballaugh Bridge atop his MV machine, leaving spectators awestruck by his skill and fearlessness. Meanwhile, mechanics diligently worked on Honda machines before they roared onto the track – a testament to their dedication and precision. Traveling back even further in time reveals Parker-Horstman's triumph at Douglas during the 1925 Sidecar TT race aboard a powerful machine. Kenelm Lee Guinness showcased Sunbeam's prowess in 1914 while conquering challenging terrains during that year's Tourist Trophy. In another exhilarating moment, three champions basked in glory after securing podium finishes at the fiercely competitive 125 cc TT race held on this captivating island. Matchless and Norton battled it out fiercely during Clubmans Tourist Trophy race in 1948, leaving spectators breathless with anticipation until crossing that finish line. Finally, Geoff Duke dominated proceedings astride a mighty Norton bike during an unforgettable Tourist Trophy Race in 1951 - proving himself as one of motorcycling's true icons.