Sidecar newcomer Mark Saunders has once again been left frustrated in his search for a passenger.

The man he's listed with in the programme, Simon Briggs, was ultimately unable to commit to the event.

Then yesterday Mark thought he'd found a new one in the shape of Manxman Matt Sayle - who yesterday told Manx Radio TT365 he was 'buzzing' at the thought of getting his gear on and hurtling down Bray Hill.

But Matt then pulled out this morning.

Mark, understandably, is not happy: (play audio)

If you have, or qualify for, a Mountain Course licence and can help Mark out, give him a call on 07809 156 866.