I’m old enough to remember the TT being part of the world championships, ie riders were compelled to race there, Ago had a great TT record but he called time on the TT and eventually the TT was removed from the world championships. Now everyone who races there races by choice.
To me this time trial, which is exactly what it is, (they’re racing the clock effectively,) is the pinnacle of motorcycle racing alongside irish road racing, it’s exciting and compelling maybe due to the potential jeopardy. I raced at a very low level and freely admit i didn’t have the talent though that didn’t spoil my enjoyment and the thought of crashing never crossed my mind (even the next meeting after i crashed).
Mike Hailwood raced the TT and drove formula 1 but died in a car crash when he took his daughter out for Chips. We’re all going to die one day, why not doing something you love? I just cringe at the thought of people who are not directly involved wanting to ban things, if you don’t like the TT don’t watch it-simple. And if you’re at all “risk averse” maybe motorcycles aren’t for you.
