A trustee of the Joey Dunlop Foundation hopes the iconic racer would be chuffed and humbled by the work done in his name.
A memorial lap on Wednesday evening brought together fans, racers, and the Manx community to mark 25 years since the passing of the legendary 26-time TT winner.
The event, a gentle lap around the iconic TT Course, celebrated Dunlop’s unparalleled legacy in motorcycle racing and his enduring charitable impact.
Bruce Baker of the Joey Dunlop Foundation spoke about the profound connection people still feel to Dunlop.
“It’s a day that’s etched in everybody’s minds,” he said. “It’s one of those when you lose somebody of such stature as Joey Dunlop.
“There’s people here that remember exactly where they were when they heard that news come through.”
Love and Support
Reflecting on Dunlop’s influence, Baker added, “We’re 25 years on now, and there’s still a lot of love and support for Joey, who he was, what he achieved in his lifetime.”
The memorial lap, organised with the support of the Dunlop family, served as a fitting tribute to a man whose success on the Mountain Course has been eclipsed only by his nephew Michael.
Bruce also highlighted the work of the Joey Dunlop Foundation, particularly Braddan Bridge House, a facility supporting those with brain injuries.
“I’m pretty sure if Joey was here today, he would be pretty chuffed with what we’ve actually got at Braddan Bridge House,” he said.
With the Police said the parade lap stretched by for up to “two-miles” as the island’s biker community came out to show that even 25 years after his death, Joey Dunlop remains a much loved, respected and sadly missed man. .
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