{"id":1954949,"date":"2026-05-25T14:49:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T11:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1954949"},"modified":"2026-05-25T14:49:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T11:49:00","slug":"2026-isle-of-man-tt-day-one-qualifying-cancelled-after-serious-incident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1954949","title":{"rendered":"2026 Isle of Man TT: Day one qualifying cancelled after serious incident"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;]<\/p>\n<article>\n<header id=\"lbs-article\" class=\"article header article-header section layout layout--article-header\">\n<div class=\"col headline\">\n<div>\n<h1>2026 Isle of Man TT: Day one qualifying cancelled after serious incident<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>The opening day of qualifying at the 2026 Isle of Man TT has been cancelled due to a serious incident<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section two-column\">\n<div class=\"col article-info\">\n<div>\n<address> Lewis Duncan <\/address>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><time datetime=\"2026-05-25T15:49:00+01:00\">25 May 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col article-actions\">\n<div class=\"block block-better-social-sharing-buttons block-social-sharing-buttons-block\">\n<div class=\"social-sharing-buttons\"><span class=\"ssb-title\"> Share<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div id=\"lbs-content\" class=\"content wide-two-column-sticky section layout layout--wide-two-column-sticky\">\n<div class=\"col first-column\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=1920&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=1800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=1600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=1500&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=1200&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=900&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=400&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Isle of Man TT, travelling marshal<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-preferred-source\">\n<div class=\"preferred-source-cta\">  Add as a preferred source <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>The Isle of Man TT has announced that the opening qualifying of the 2026 event has been cancelled due to what it describes as a \u201cserious incident\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The 2026 Isle of Man TT kicked off on Monday morning under perfect conditions, with the newcomers setting off at around 10:45am local time.<\/p>\n<p>This was followed by the Supersport and Sportbike class, with Sidecars and Superbike\/Superstocks having sessions into the early afternoon.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Red flag at the 2026 Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>All sessions so far have been untimed, with the first time sessions originally scheduled for 2:15pm local time.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>However, a red flag with around 10 minutes of the final untimed session for Superbike\/Superstock is set to cause some disruption to the timetable.<\/p>\n<p>Organisers soon confirned that an incident was being dealt with at the Parliament Square section of the course.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Monday\u2019s action was suspended indefinitely as the organisers deal with what they termed a \u201cserious incident\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Isle of Man TT Races can confirm that serious incident procedures have been implemented following an incident that occurred at Parliament Square on 25 May 2026 at 13:50.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a result, a red flag has been issued and all racing activity on the TT Mountain Course is currently suspended until further notice.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cFor the safety of everyone, all roads around the TT Mountain Course remain closed until further information is provided.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe must stress that you must not enter these closed roads &#8211; whether on foot or by vehicle &#8211; as emergency and support vehicles may be operating on the course, and there is a significant risk to your safety.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cWe would also like to remind the public that while the roads remain closed, you should follow the instructions of marshals, race officials, and emergency service personnel at all times.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe current priority for the Clerk of the Course and the wider Race Control team is working closely with the Emergency Services to support the ongoing response wherever possible.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cFurther updates will be provided in due course via the Isle of Man TT Races Official WhatsApp Infoline.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe appreciate your understanding and cooperation at this time.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>A subsequent message from the TT states that an update will come from the clerk of the course and the wider race control at 3:30pm BST.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>That update confirmed that the first timed sessions of TT 2026 have been cancelled.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Following the earlier Red Flag incident, the Clerk of the Course has confirmed that no further activity will take place on the Course today, as management of the incident continues. A further update will be issued in due course.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>&#8220;All roads remain closed and will begin to open shortly. For the safety of yourself and others you must not enter closed roads as there may still be vehicles moving around the Course.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>In this article<\/h2>\n<div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Road Racing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-next-prev\">\n<div class=\"next-prev-pager contextual-region\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item prev\">\n<h3>  Previous<\/h3>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\"> 2026 Isle of Man TT: Qualifying delay expected after red flag in first practice<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-author-block block block-configurable-views-block\">\n<div class=\"author-view grid-view js-view-dom-id-76dbf85a93eaaef2884db763390bd923c92e96b7b6ee1748aa37463a2bbd3789\">\n<div class=\"card user default\">\n<div class=\"image\"> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/pictures\/img_8107.JPG?height=270&amp;format=webp 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/pictures\/img_8107.JPG?height=180&amp;format=webp 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/pictures\/img_8107.JPG?height=90&amp;format=webp 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"header\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"name\">Lewis Duncan<\/div>\n<div class=\"role\">Head of Editorial<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"desc\">\n<div>Lewis joined the Crash.net team in August of 2024 having been a journalist for five years covering MotoGP for the Motorsport Network. In February of 2026, he became Head of Editorial.\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>The opening day of qualifying at the 2026 Isle of Man TT has been cancelled due to a serious incident<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>The Isle of Man TT has announced that the opening qualifying of the 2026 event has been cancelled due to what it describes as a \u201cserious incident\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The 2026 Isle of Man TT kicked off on Monday morning under perfect conditions, with the newcomers setting off at around 10:45am local time.<\/p>\n<p>This was followed by the Supersport and Sportbike class, with Sidecars and Superbike\/Superstocks having sessions into the early afternoon.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Red flag at the 2026 Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>All sessions so far have been untimed, with the first time sessions originally scheduled for 2:15pm local time.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>However, a red flag with around 10 minutes of the final untimed session for Superbike\/Superstock is set to cause some disruption to the timetable.<\/p>\n<p>Organisers soon confirned that an incident was being dealt with at the Parliament Square section of the course.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Monday\u2019s action was suspended indefinitely as the organisers deal with what they termed a \u201cserious incident\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Isle of Man TT Races can confirm that serious incident procedures have been implemented following an incident that occurred at Parliament Square on 25 May 2026 at 13:50.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a result, a red flag has been issued and all racing activity on the TT Mountain Course is currently suspended until further notice.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cFor the safety of everyone, all roads around the TT Mountain Course remain closed until further information is provided.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe must stress that you must not enter these closed roads &#8211; whether on foot or by vehicle &#8211; as emergency and support vehicles may be operating on the course, and there is a significant risk to your safety.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cWe would also like to remind the public that while the roads remain closed, you should follow the instructions of marshals, race officials, and emergency service personnel at all times.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe current priority for the Clerk of the Course and the wider Race Control team is working closely with the Emergency Services to support the ongoing response wherever possible.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cFurther updates will be provided in due course via the Isle of Man TT Races Official WhatsApp Infoline.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe appreciate your understanding and cooperation at this time.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>A subsequent message from the TT states that an update will come from the clerk of the course and the wider race control at 3:30pm BST.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>That update confirmed that the first timed sessions of TT 2026 have been cancelled.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Following the earlier Red Flag incident, the Clerk of the Course has confirmed that no further activity will take place on the Course today, as management of the incident continues. A further update will be issued in due course.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>&#8220;All roads remain closed and will begin to open shortly. For the safety of yourself and others you must not enter closed roads as there may still be vehicles moving around the Course.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>The Isle of Man TT has announced that the opening qualifying of the 2026 event has been cancelled due to what it describes as a \u201cserious incident\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The 2026 Isle of Man TT kicked off on Monday morning under perfect conditions, with the newcomers setting off at around 10:45am local time.<\/p>\n<p>This was followed by the Supersport and Sportbike class, with Sidecars and Superbike\/Superstocks having sessions into the early afternoon.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/tt-red-flag.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Red flag at the 2026 Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>All sessions so far have been untimed, with the first time sessions originally scheduled for 2:15pm local time.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>However, a red flag with around 10 minutes of the final untimed session for Superbike\/Superstock is set to cause some disruption to the timetable.<\/p>\n<p>Organisers soon confirned that an incident was being dealt with at the Parliament Square section of the course.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Monday\u2019s action was suspended indefinitely as the organisers deal with what they termed a \u201cserious incident\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Isle of Man TT Races can confirm that serious incident procedures have been implemented following an incident that occurred at Parliament Square on 25 May 2026 at 13:50.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a result, a red flag has been issued and all racing activity on the TT Mountain Course is currently suspended until further notice.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cFor the safety of everyone, all roads around the TT Mountain Course remain closed until further information is provided.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe must stress that you must not enter these closed roads &#8211; whether on foot or by vehicle &#8211; as emergency and support vehicles may be operating on the course, and there is a significant risk to your safety.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/isle-of-man-tt-races-2024-hillberry-jpg_31546387.jpeg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cWe would also like to remind the public that while the roads remain closed, you should follow the instructions of marshals, race officials, and emergency service personnel at all times.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe current priority for the Clerk of the Course and the wider Race Control team is working closely with the Emergency Services to support the ongoing response wherever possible.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cFurther updates will be provided in due course via the Isle of Man TT Races Official WhatsApp Infoline.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe appreciate your understanding and cooperation at this time.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>A subsequent message from the TT states that an update will come from the clerk of the course and the wider race control at 3:30pm BST.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>That update confirmed that the first timed sessions of TT 2026 have been cancelled.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Following the earlier Red Flag incident, the Clerk of the Course has confirmed that no further activity will take place on the Course today, as management of the incident continues. A further update will be issued in due course.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>&#8220;All roads remain closed and will begin to open shortly. For the safety of yourself and others you must not enter closed roads as there may still be vehicles moving around the Course.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/crash.net\/rr\/news\/1096217\/1\/2026-isle-man-tt-day-one-suspended-following-serious-incident&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_2763-jpg.jpeg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;] 2026 Isle of Man TT: Day one qualifying cancelled after serious incident The opening day of qualifying at the 2026 Isle of Man TT has been cancelled due to a serious incident Lewis Duncan 25 May 2026 Share Isle of Man TT, travelling marshal \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT Add as a preferred [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[47,226],"class_list":["post-1954949","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics","tag-crash-net","tag-crawlmanager"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1954949","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1954949"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1954949\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1954949"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1954949"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1954949"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}