'Investigative process' launched after 'serious incident' involving spectators

Incident occurred on the exit of Parliament Square

Eight spectators were taken to Noble's Hospital today (25 May) following an incident during the opening free practice session of TT 2026. 

It happened on the exit of Parliament Square in Ramsey at 1.50pm. 

The session was red flagged and all racing activity around the Mountain Course was suspended to allow for 'serious incident response procedures' to be conducted. 

The competitor involved was taken to Noble's Hospital and is reported as 'conscious and talking with leg injuries'.

They are continuing to receive medical treatment. 

All of the injured spectators were reported as 'conscious' and were transferred to the Douglas medical facility for further assessment and treatment. 

Racing activity on the course was suspended for the remainder of the day. 

A spokesperson for the Isle of Man TT Races said: "In accordance with the event’s standard operating procedures an investigative process is now underway involving race, medical and safety personnel.

"The Isle of Man TT Races would like to thank the marshals, medical teams, emergency services, Manx Care and all personnel that supported with the response to today’s incident, and our thoughts continue to be with those involved."