Eight spectators and a motorcycle rider were rushed to hospital following a crash during Isle of Man TT practice on Monday. The unnamed rider collided with spectators at 1.30pm at Parliament Square in Ramsey, prompting an immediate investigation.
The crash happened on the opening day of practice for the famous and notoriously dangerous motorcycle road race, with all activity on the 37.73-mile course suspended.
Investigation and hospital treatment
Organisers confirmed the incident involved "a single competitor and a number of spectators" and said the rider suffered leg injuries but was "conscious and talking." The spectators were also conscious but required treatment after being taken to Noble's Hospital.
"To ensure the incident was managed as effectively as possible, the decision was made to suspend any further racing activity for the remainder of the day," a statement added.
A statement added: "In accordance with the event's standard operating procedures, an investigation is now underway involving race, medical and safety personnel." Organisers added: "We thank the marshals, medical teams, emergency services, Manx Care and all personnel involved in today's response, and our thoughts remain with those affected." The 2026 TT, known as the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, takes place on closed public roads and runs until June 6.