Michael Dunlop becomes most successful Isle of Man TT rider

‘Joey’s record stood for 24 years and it’s an honour’

RAMSEY, ISLE OF MAN, UNITED KINGDOM - MAY 31: Michael Dunlop rides during practice for the 2007 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy (TT) races on May 31, 2007 in Ramsey, Isle of Man, United Kingdom. (Photo by Ian Walton/Getty Images)

Michael Dunlop has claimed one of motor sport’s celebrated achievements by becoming the most successful Isle of Man TT rider in history.

Wednesday’s Supertwins race was the Northern Irishman’s record 27th triumph to surpass the landmark of race victories set by his uncle Joey Dunlop, who held the record for 24 years.