Alan Oversby dies in Pre-TT Classic race crash on Isle of Man
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Alan Oversby, a 68-year-old racer, died following a crash during the Pre-TT Classic road races on the Isle of Man on May 24. An inquest revealed that Oversby appeared to have lost control of his motorbike before crashing on the Billown Circuit. He suffered an aortic rupture and was pronounced dead at the scene. The races featured classic motorcycles and took place over the weekend preceding the Isle of Man TT races. Oversby had reportedly secured two wins on the day of his death, marking his return to the event after debuting in 2005. The inquest was adjourned, with expressions of condolences from the coroner and race organizers.
- •Alan Oversby was taking part in the 400cc Race.
- •The crash occurred at Ballakeighan Corner.
- •Oversby had 16 career wins in the Pre-TT Classic.
- •Race organizers offered their condolences to Oversby's family.
- •The event took place from May 22 to 24.
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Killed Pre-TT Classic racer 'appeared to lose control'
"Pre-TT Classic racer Alan Oversby, 68, died on the Billown Circuit on 24 May, an inquest is told.
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