Dunlop claims Supersport TT to extend wins recordImage source, PacemakerImage caption, Michael Dunlop extended his winning record at the Isle of Man TT to 34 victories ByAndy GrayBBC Sport NI JournalistPublished43 minutes agoMichael Dunlop powered clear of Dean Harrison to win the first Supersport race at the Isle of Man TT.The victory is the first of this year’s events for Dunlop and extends his record number of wins at the road race to 34.There was little to separate Dunlop and Harrison, who dominated Sunday’s Superbike race for Honda, on the opening lap but the Scars Ducati rider pulled clear on the second of three laps.
Dunlop’s winning margin was 24.470 seconds as he claimed his ninth win in the Supersport class in a row.
Peter Hickman finished in third place as he beat Paul Jordan, Josh Brookes and Dominic Herbertson to the final podium place.
“The bike has been good all week and it never missed a beat,” Dunlop reported on TT Plus.
“It’s good to be back here winning again and to get another win under my belt.”
