The TT is being launched today.
Rivals John McGuinness and Michael Dunlop were the first to arrive in Jurby this morning with their Honda and BMW factory bikes.
Riders will go head-to-head in a series of karting challenges this afternoon – including one against Prodigy frontman, Keith Flint.
Later will see the official launch night hosted by ex-Blue Peter presenter Gethin Jones, at the Villa Marina, from 7:30pm.
All of the day’s events are open to the public.
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