Tributes are being paid to road racing 'icon' Phil Read MBE, who has died aged 83.
He was the first competitor to win world championships in 125 cc, 250 cc and 500 cc classes, and won the Island's TT races a total of eight times.
The Southern 100 sends their condolences to Phil's family and friends, and thanks him for his presence at the friendly races.
The official Isle of Man TT Races has called him an 'icon of motorcycle racing.'
Everyone at the Isle of Man TT Races sends their best wishes to the family & friends of Phil Read MBE.
— Isle of Man TT Races (@ttracesofficial) October 6, 2022
As an 8-time TT race winner, an 8-time World Champion, and the first man to win the 125, 250, and 500cc World Championships, he was an icon of motorcycle racing. Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/3XHetjNiw0
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