Tomorrow (Thursday (22nd April) sees the opening round of the Manx Classic, the three-day sprint and hillclimb event held at three separate venues across the Island, including the brand new evening course 'The Governor’s Sprint' from the TT Grandstand in Douglas.
Ferraris, TVRs, MGs, Alfa Romeos, Caterhams and Austins are just some of the mouthwatering cars competing in the event.
Spanning over eight decades, from a 1924 Frazer Nash to a 2010 Porsche 911, more than sixty cars will be put through their paces, with drivers competing for the best time along prearranged time trail courses.
This year’s event sees UK-based competitors travelling over to the Island to compete against a good number of experienced local drivers on the challenging courses.
On Thursday 22nd April, 'The Governor’s Sprint” will see cars in action from the TT Grandstand on Glencrutchery Road, running for just less than three-quarters of a mile through Governor’s Dip and up the ‘old’ TT road, finishing by West Drive.
The event takes place from 6pm to 10.30pm.
On Friday 23rd April, the drivers tackle the challenging Sloc Hillclimb in the south of the Island.
Then, on Saturday 24th April, the Manx Classic moves to the north of the Island, running out of Ramsey, from Barrule Park through famous TT landmarks including Ramsey Hairpin, Waterworks and The Gooseneck on the Lhergy Frissell Hillclimb, a course much loved by both drivers and spectators.
Spectators are welcome to all events and viewing is free of charge, but spectators are reminded that motorsport can be dangerous and they must take note of all instructions given by officials.
The Manx Motor Racing Club has been running successful motorsports events in the Isle of Man since 1987. It is grateful to local residents for their understanding and wishes to thank them for their ongoing support.
Further information, a full entry list and details of the Road Closures, are available on the Club’s website: www.manxmotorracing.com
For regular updates throughout the event check the website and follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ManxMotorRacing
The three events are:
Thursday 22nd April - Governor's Sprint (Douglas)
Starting from the TT Grandstand on Glencrutchery Road and travelling through the Governor's Dip to finish on the A18 Mountain Road, near The Nook on the TT Course 'old road'. Roads Closed: 6pm - 10.30pm.
Friday 23rd April -The Sloc Hillclimb (north of Port Erin)
Taking in a section of the A36 road north of Port Erin and south of the "Round Table" in the Island's southern hills. Roads Closed: 9.15am - 4.30pm.
Saturday 24th April - Lhergy Frissell Hillclimb (Ramsey)
Running out of Ramsey on the world-famous TT Course, taking in the famous Ramsey Hairpin, Waterworks and Gooseneck, this is one of the longest hillclimbs in Europe and is much-loved by competitors and spectators alike. Roads Closed: 9.15am - 4.15pm.
(Photograph by Paul Hardiman)
