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Michael Dunlop Honors Late Uncle Joey Following His 26th Isle of Man TT Victory

1 years ago By Sports Desk

Michael Dunlop, one of the most respected names in the world of motorcycle racing, recently achieved a milestone by equaling his late uncle Joey Dunlop’s record with his 26th Isle of Man TT win. This remarkable achievement not only highlights Michael’s talent and dedication, but also brings to the surface a number of deep-seated family memories and emotions.

In an emotional interview with the BBC in Northern Ireland, Michael expressed a sense of relief at finally achieving this goal, noting that the pressure was constant throughout the year. “It takes some of the pressure off now,” Dunlop said. “It’s something I’ve been hanging on to for a whole year, so it’s nice to get it.”

Joey Dunlop, a legend on the Isle of Man TT circuit, died 24 years ago while racing, leaving a legacy that has inspired many, including his cousin. Michael acknowledged Joey’s huge influence on his career and said it was an honor to share this record with him. “Everyone wants to be like Joey here and to be now one of the most successful on the TT track, to share that with Joey, is an honour.”

This success also brought back memories of other loved ones who supported Michael throughout his journey. He mentioned that his grandmother, one of his biggest supporters, regrets not living to see this moment. “I have mixed emotions. One of my biggest supporters was my grandmother and it’s a shame I didn’t get it last year so she could see it.”

With TT race week still underway, Michael Dunlop has seven more chances to become the most successful Isle of Man TT rider of all time. “I’m going to give 110% in the next seven races, we have to keep pushing. Winning races is what I’m here to do, whether it’s one or eight.”

Dunlop highlighted the constant pressure to win at the challenging Isle of Man circuit and the hard work he and his team put in to succeed. “There’s always pressure to win in the Isle of Man and to do it all ourselves, to work really hard for it, I think we’re doing a good job.”

The TT week will culminate on Saturday 8th June with the Senior TT, the most prestigious race of the event. Michael Dunlop will race in the Senior TT, not only to add to his win tally, but also to further cement his legacy and honor the memory of his uncle Joey.

With his resilience and unwavering passion, Michael Dunlop continues to write his name in Isle of Man TT history, carrying with him the spirit and inspiration of his family.

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