Michael Dunlop etched his name deeper into the annals of motorsport history by securing his 30th Isle of Man TT victory in a nail-biting Supersport race. The Northern Ireland rider, aboard his Ducati, overcame a strong challenge from Honda's Dean Harrison to claim the win by 10.229 seconds.

Race Highlights

• Early Lead: Harrison led by 3.4 seconds initially and extended his advantage to 7.4 seconds after the first lap.
• Dunlop's Charge: After adjusting his Ducati's dampers during the pit stop, Dunlop began to close the gap, reducing Harrison's lead to 2.9 seconds by the final lap.
• Final Lap Drama: Dunlop took the lead for the first time at Ballaugh Bridge, maintaining his position to finish with a final circuit speed of 130.313 mph.

Podium Finishers

1. Michael Dunlop (Ducati) - Three laps
2. Dean Harrison (Honda) - +10.229 seconds
3. James Hillier (Kawasaki) - +45.072 seconds

Notable Performances

• James Hillier: The 40-year-old Kawasaki rider, who had lost his ride just weeks before the TT, made a remarkable comeback to finish third.
• Davey Todd: After a strong Superbike win earlier, Todd finished fourth on his Padgett's Honda.

Quotes

• Michael Dunlop: "It was tough first lap. It's been the lack of laps and we've struggled on a new manufacturer. It's another manufacturer on my own tally, so it's great."
• James Hillier: "I'm pleased with that. I was a little bit grumpy after first race, I didn't do as well as I'd hoped but this had well made up for it."

This victory not only extends Dunlop's dominance in the Supersport class but also marks Ducati's first TT win since 1995. The race was a testament to Dunlop's skill and determination, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest in Isle of Man TT history.