Josh Brookes To Race The Isle of Man TT

Press Release | November 28, 2012

British Superbike Series runner-up Josh Brookes has announced his intention to race in the Isle of Man TT next year. Brookes will ride for his Tyco Suzuki team in the TT, in a two-man effort with Guy Martin.

Brookes has participated in parade laps on the Mountain Course and says he fell in love with the TT on his first visit in 2009.

“I’m glad it’s out in the open now as all the questions about whether I was going to ride or not – and not being able to say anything – was getting a bit tiring,” Brookes said from his home in Australia. “Since making the decision, I’ve taken in some reconnaissance trips and spoken to a number of influential people. I fell in love with the place on my first visit back in 2009 and now that I’m with what I regard as the best team to be competing at the event with, it gives me peace of mind. It’s too early to be setting any goals. It’s the beginning of a new project and we’ll just see how it goes.”

Tyco team Manager Philip Neill added: “As a team with a strong background in pure road racing I suppose it was inevitable that Josh would like to have a go at the TT. He will be one of the highest-profile newcomers to come to the TT in recent years, but I know it’s not a spare-of-the-moment idea; he has given it careful consideration. We won’t be expecting any miracle results and there is certainly no pressure on him. Our job is to use our experience and guide him to our best ability, but Josh is a sensible lad and BSB will remain his number one focus.”

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