{"id":2127099,"date":"2026-09-03T08:25:59","date_gmt":"2026-09-03T05:25:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2127099"},"modified":"2026-09-03T08:25:59","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T05:25:59","slug":"legendary-isle-of-man-tt-team-earns-prestigious-british-motorcycle-racing-award","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2127099","title":{"rendered":"Legendary Isle of Man TT team earns prestigious British motorcycle racing award"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?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>Legendary Isle of Man TT team earns prestigious British motorcycle racing award<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>Padgett\u2019s Motorcycles, the company behind the legendary Isle of Man TT team, has been awarded the Torrens Trophy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section two-column\">\n<div class=\"col article-info\">\n<div>\n<address> Alex Whitworth <\/address>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><time datetime=\"2026-09-03T09:25:59+01:00\">03 Sep 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\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=1920&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=1800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=1600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=1500&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=1200&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=900&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?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>Clive Padgett receives the Torrens Trophy on behalf of Padgett&#8217;s Motorcycles. Credit: Royal\u2026<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-preferred-source\">\n<aside>\n<div class=\"preferred-source\">\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div>  Prefer Crash.Net on Google <\/div>\n<div> See our stories more often<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"button\">  Add <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Padgett\u2019s Motorcycles has been awarded one of British motorcycle racing\u2019s most prestigious awards, the Torrens Trophy.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Padgett\u2019s has a history of over half-a-century in motorcycle racing, having been first founded by the late Peter Padgett in the 1960s.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Under the stewardship of Peter\u2019s son, Clive Padgett, the organisation has continued into the present day to be regarded as one of the benchmarks in British racing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Most known for its road racing heritage \u2013 having taken Isle of Man TT victories with some of the discipline\u2019s most recognisable names, and having worked in its early days with grand prix legends like Mike Hailwood and Phil Read \u2013 it has also achieved recent success on the short circuits, winning the 2022 National Superstock title with Davey Todd, and has been a race winner in that same class in 2026 with Luke Mossey.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Clive Padgett with Mitch Rees.<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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 dir=\"ltr\">The Royal Automobile Club (RAC) presented Padgett\u2019s with the Torrens Trophy, awarded &#8220;only when the Royal Automobile Club considers an achievement or contribution truly worthy of the honour&#8221;, at an event on the evening of 1 September.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo receive the Torrens Trophy is an incredible honour for everyone involved with Padgett\u2019s,\u201d said Clive Padgett.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cIt\u2019s recognition not just of results, but of decades of hard work, passion and commitment to doing things the right way.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cOn a personal level, this means a huge amount to me and my family. My father, Peter, dedicated his life to building Padgett\u2019s into what it is today, and it\u2019s something I know he would have been immensely proud of.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo receive this in the same year that we lost him makes it especially poignant.\u201d<\/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<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Jamie Coward, 2026 Isle of Man TT, Sportbike. Credit: Isle of Man TT.<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read Also<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-fa42cf36edce94f63f48a58d04a0e7cf1575cfc29f902d6e72902004f2b41b79\">\n<div class=\"item-list\">\n<ul>\n<li>\u2018Nobody deserves his seat\u2019 &#8211; Isle of Man TT stars back John McGuinness to continue<\/li>\n<li>\u2018We changed everything\u2019 &#8211; Peter Hickman details Norton issues at Classic TT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Padgett\u2019s team has worked with many legendary road racing riders over the years, including John McGuinness, who feels the outfit is deserving of the award.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cPadgett\u2019s is more than just a team, it\u2019s a family,\u201d said McGuinness.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo see them recognised with something as prestigious as the Torrens Trophy is absolutely deserved.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve been at the heart of British racing for decades, and I feel privileged to have been part of that story.\u201d<\/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 dir=\"ltr\">Ian Hutchinson, another former Padgett\u2019s rider, added: \u201cClive and the Padgett\u2019s team have always been very special to me. We had an unbelievable year together in 2010, winning all five solo TT races, but it\u2019s always been about much more than the racing.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Davey Todd, Padgetts Racing, Isle of Man TT 2023<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve been there for me through the good times and the tough ones. There\u2019s so much knowledge, passion and hard work behind Padgett\u2019s, but also real loyalty and friendship.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve given so much to riders like me and to motorcycle racing. I\u2019m absolutely chuffed to see them win the Torrens Trophy \u2013 they really deserve it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For the RAC, Padgett\u2019s is a worthy awardee of the Torrens Trophy for not only its history but also the level of performance it continues to produce.<\/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 dir=\"ltr\">\u201cOver the years, Padgett\u2019s has played a pivotal role in shaping British motorcycle racing, supporting and developing generations of world-class riders while maintaining an unwavering commitment to performance and safety, and establishing standards and relationships that have endured across generations,\u201d said RAC chairman Duncan Wiltshire.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTheir enduring competitive success, contribution to the advancement of British motorcycling and role in nurturing talent firmly cement their place at the very heart of the sport.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThis award recognises both their remarkable heritage and their continued influence at the highest level.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-field-keywords block-layout-builder\">\n<h2>Tags:<\/h2>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Road Racing<\/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 <span>Article<\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"card card_plain\">\n<div class=\"content\"> \u2018Nobody deserves his seat\u2019 &#8211; Isle of Man TT stars back John McGuinness to continue <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-author-block block 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everything\u2019 &#8211; Peter Hickman details Norton issues at Classic TT<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787666708\"> 25\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/photo-18-08-2026-17-20-43-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/photo-18-08-2026-17-20-43-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/photo-18-08-2026-17-20-43-jpg.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Michael Dunlop reveals Classic TT win protest led to \u201cnervous\u201d final race<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787658617\"> 25\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/2s7a3169-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/2s7a3169-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/2s7a3169-jpg.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u2018I wish I was 24\u2019 &#8211; John McGuinness celebrates Historic Senior Classic TT win<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787577421\"> 24\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_8125-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_8125-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_8125-jpg.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"component-card-default block block-configurable-views-block\">\n<h2>More News<\/h2>\n<div class=\"component-blocks-view grid-view js-view-dom-id-5dd60c9460ecce8067ae6105bd6615b3139a5ebf2a51e554ce1b3531c36fe6c9\">\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u2018A personal thing\u2019 &#8211; Michael Dunlop reacts to Classic TT win with legendary team owner<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787567976\"> 24\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_0005-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_0005-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_0005-jpg.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Classic TT, Manx Grand Prix hit with major schedule change and early finish<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787339334\"> 21\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_4238-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_4238-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_4238-jpg.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>John McGuinness sets blistering pace in Classic TT qualifying<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787304355\"> 21\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_4460-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_4460-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/img_4460-jpg.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Manx Grand Prix confirms death of a second rider after qualifying incident<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787215491\"> 20\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/site-image-resize-2026-08-20t082123.009.png?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/site-image-resize-2026-08-20t082123.009.png?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/site-image-resize-2026-08-20t082123.009.png?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Rider dies after multi-rider incident in Manx Grand Prix qualifying<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1787127335\"> 19\/08\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/manx.png?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/manx.png?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-08\/manx.png?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>Padgett\u2019s Motorcycles, the company behind the legendary Isle of Man TT team, has been awarded the Torrens Trophy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Padgett\u2019s Motorcycles has been awarded one of British motorcycle racing\u2019s most prestigious awards, the Torrens Trophy.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Padgett\u2019s has a history of over half-a-century in motorcycle racing, having been first founded by the late Peter Padgett in the 1960s.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Under the stewardship of Peter\u2019s son, Clive Padgett, the organisation has continued into the present day to be regarded as one of the benchmarks in British racing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Most known for its road racing heritage \u2013 having taken Isle of Man TT victories with some of the discipline\u2019s most recognisable names, and having worked in its early days with grand prix legends like Mike Hailwood and Phil Read \u2013 it has also achieved recent success on the short circuits, winning the 2022 National Superstock title with Davey Todd, and has been a race winner in that same class in 2026 with Luke Mossey.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Clive Padgett with Mitch Rees.<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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 dir=\"ltr\">The Royal Automobile Club (RAC) presented Padgett\u2019s with the Torrens Trophy, awarded &#8220;only when the Royal Automobile Club considers an achievement or contribution truly worthy of the honour&#8221;, at an event on the evening of 1 September.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo receive the Torrens Trophy is an incredible honour for everyone involved with Padgett\u2019s,\u201d said Clive Padgett.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cIt\u2019s recognition not just of results, but of decades of hard work, passion and commitment to doing things the right way.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cOn a personal level, this means a huge amount to me and my family. My father, Peter, dedicated his life to building Padgett\u2019s into what it is today, and it\u2019s something I know he would have been immensely proud of.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo receive this in the same year that we lost him makes it especially poignant.\u201d<\/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<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Jamie Coward, 2026 Isle of Man TT, Sportbike. Credit: Isle of Man TT.<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read Also<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-fa42cf36edce94f63f48a58d04a0e7cf1575cfc29f902d6e72902004f2b41b79\">\n<div class=\"item-list\">\n<ul>\n<li>\u2018Nobody deserves his seat\u2019 &#8211; Isle of Man TT stars back John McGuinness to continue<\/li>\n<li>\u2018We changed everything\u2019 &#8211; Peter Hickman details Norton issues at Classic TT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Padgett\u2019s team has worked with many legendary road racing riders over the years, including John McGuinness, who feels the outfit is deserving of the award.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cPadgett\u2019s is more than just a team, it\u2019s a family,\u201d said McGuinness.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo see them recognised with something as prestigious as the Torrens Trophy is absolutely deserved.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve been at the heart of British racing for decades, and I feel privileged to have been part of that story.\u201d<\/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 dir=\"ltr\">Ian Hutchinson, another former Padgett\u2019s rider, added: \u201cClive and the Padgett\u2019s team have always been very special to me. We had an unbelievable year together in 2010, winning all five solo TT races, but it\u2019s always been about much more than the racing.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Davey Todd, Padgetts Racing, Isle of Man TT 2023<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve been there for me through the good times and the tough ones. There\u2019s so much knowledge, passion and hard work behind Padgett\u2019s, but also real loyalty and friendship.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve given so much to riders like me and to motorcycle racing. I\u2019m absolutely chuffed to see them win the Torrens Trophy \u2013 they really deserve it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For the RAC, Padgett\u2019s is a worthy awardee of the Torrens Trophy for not only its history but also the level of performance it continues to produce.<\/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 dir=\"ltr\">\u201cOver the years, Padgett\u2019s has played a pivotal role in shaping British motorcycle racing, supporting and developing generations of world-class riders while maintaining an unwavering commitment to performance and safety, and establishing standards and relationships that have endured across generations,\u201d said RAC chairman Duncan Wiltshire.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTheir enduring competitive success, contribution to the advancement of British motorcycling and role in nurturing talent firmly cement their place at the very heart of the sport.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThis award recognises both their remarkable heritage and their continued influence at the highest level.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Padgett\u2019s Motorcycles has been awarded one of British motorcycle racing\u2019s most prestigious awards, the Torrens Trophy.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Padgett\u2019s has a history of over half-a-century in motorcycle racing, having been first founded by the late Peter Padgett in the 1960s.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Under the stewardship of Peter\u2019s son, Clive Padgett, the organisation has continued into the present day to be regarded as one of the benchmarks in British racing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Most known for its road racing heritage \u2013 having taken Isle of Man TT victories with some of the discipline\u2019s most recognisable names, and having worked in its early days with grand prix legends like Mike Hailwood and Phil Read \u2013 it has also achieved recent success on the short circuits, winning the 2022 National Superstock title with Davey Todd, and has been a race winner in that same class in 2026 with Luke Mossey.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-05\/GqG2Mr5WcAAc5Ob.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Clive Padgett with Mitch Rees.<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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 dir=\"ltr\">The Royal Automobile Club (RAC) presented Padgett\u2019s with the Torrens Trophy, awarded &#8220;only when the Royal Automobile Club considers an achievement or contribution truly worthy of the honour&#8221;, at an event on the evening of 1 September.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo receive the Torrens Trophy is an incredible honour for everyone involved with Padgett\u2019s,\u201d said Clive Padgett.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cIt\u2019s recognition not just of results, but of decades of hard work, passion and commitment to doing things the right way.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cOn a personal level, this means a huge amount to me and my family. My father, Peter, dedicated his life to building Padgett\u2019s into what it is today, and it\u2019s something I know he would have been immensely proud of.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo receive this in the same year that we lost him makes it especially poignant.\u201d<\/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<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-06\/coward-sportbike-jpg.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Jamie Coward, 2026 Isle of Man TT, Sportbike. Credit: Isle of Man TT.<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read Also<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-fa42cf36edce94f63f48a58d04a0e7cf1575cfc29f902d6e72902004f2b41b79\">\n<div class=\"item-list\">\n<ul>\n<li>\u2018Nobody deserves his seat\u2019 &#8211; Isle of Man TT stars back John McGuinness to continue<\/li>\n<li>\u2018We changed everything\u2019 &#8211; Peter Hickman details Norton issues at Classic TT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Padgett\u2019s team has worked with many legendary road racing riders over the years, including John McGuinness, who feels the outfit is deserving of the award.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cPadgett\u2019s is more than just a team, it\u2019s a family,\u201d said McGuinness.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTo see them recognised with something as prestigious as the Torrens Trophy is absolutely deserved.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve been at the heart of British racing for decades, and I feel privileged to have been part of that story.\u201d<\/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 dir=\"ltr\">Ian Hutchinson, another former Padgett\u2019s rider, added: \u201cClive and the Padgett\u2019s team have always been very special to me. We had an unbelievable year together in 2010, winning all five solo TT races, but it\u2019s always been about much more than the racing.<\/p>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-01\/IMG_1946.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Davey Todd, Padgetts Racing, Isle of Man TT 2023<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Isle of Man TT<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve been there for me through the good times and the tough ones. There\u2019s so much knowledge, passion and hard work behind Padgett\u2019s, but also real loyalty and friendship.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThey\u2019ve given so much to riders like me and to motorcycle racing. I\u2019m absolutely chuffed to see them win the Torrens Trophy \u2013 they really deserve it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For the RAC, Padgett\u2019s is a worthy awardee of the Torrens Trophy for not only its history but also the level of performance it continues to produce.<\/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 dir=\"ltr\">\u201cOver the years, Padgett\u2019s has played a pivotal role in shaping British motorcycle racing, supporting and developing generations of world-class riders while maintaining an unwavering commitment to performance and safety, and establishing standards and relationships that have endured across generations,\u201d said RAC chairman Duncan Wiltshire.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cTheir enduring competitive success, contribution to the advancement of British motorcycling and role in nurturing talent firmly cement their place at the very heart of the sport.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201cThis award recognises both their remarkable heritage and their continued influence at the highest level.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/crash.net\/rr\/news\/1103405\/1\/legendary-isle-man-tt-team-earns-prestigious-british-motorcycle-racing-award&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-09\/padgetts-torrends.png?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;] Legendary Isle of Man TT team earns prestigious British motorcycle racing award Padgett\u2019s Motorcycles, the company behind the legendary Isle of Man TT team, has been awarded the Torrens Trophy. Alex Whitworth 03 Sep 2026 Share Clive Padgett receives the Torrens Trophy on behalf of Padgett&#8217;s Motorcycles. 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