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Racer Dies in Crash
The 69-year-old, from Barnard Castle, was killed in a crash on the exit of Kirk Michael village
Organisers of the MGP have confirmed the death of Ian Bainbridge, who lost his life in a crash in Tuesday evening’s qualifying session.
Mr Bainbridge had competed regularly at the Manx Grand Prix since 2005, missing only two events since his debut.
The 69-year-old, from Barnard Castle, was killed in a crash on the exit of Kirk Michael village on his first lap of Tuesday’s qualifying session.
His best performance came in the 2010 Classic Senior Manx Grand Prix when he finished in eight place.
Organisers said: ‘A stalwart of the classic racing scene, he had raced his Manx Norton around the UK, the Pre TT Classic at the Southern 100, and the Bob McIntyre Memorial Races at East Fortune over many years.
‘He was also a keen supporter of grass roots racing, helping new racers attain their licence as an active member of the North East Motorcycle Racing Club. A racer of over 30 years who was supported by a close network of family and friends, Ian will be sorely missed.’
His is the second death this week, following an incident at Ballagarey which claimed the life of Gary Vines.
