Island resident James Toseland says although he's been forced out of motorcycle racing he has to be positive about what he's achieved.
The two-time World Superbike Champion suffered injuries to his wrist in a crash on his BMW Motorad Italia bike earlier this season which has failed to heal properly.
He says the damage makes it hard to control the bike which puts other riders on the course at risk as well as himself.
Speaking to Manx Radio he said it was a very hard decision to make but the support of his fans has helped:
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