John McGuinness' 30-year TT career showcased in exhibition

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John McGuinness' 30-year TT career showcased in exhibition
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A pop-up exhibition celebrating John McGuinness' 30-year career in road racing at the Isle of Man TT is currently on display in Douglas. The exhibition features significant memorabilia, including motorcycles, leathers, and helmets that highlight milestones from his racing history. McGuinness, known as the Morecambe Missile, first competed at the TT in 1996 and achieved a historic lap speed of 130 mph in 2007. The exhibition includes a cinema area showing highlights from his career and is open until August 28. Fans and visitors can explore McGuinness' legacy and his contributions to road racing during the event hours listed.

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  • Exhibition open at the Grandstand in Douglas until August 28.
  • McGuinness recorded 23 TT victories in his career.
  • He achieved the first 130 mph lap at the TT in 2007.
  • Tour includes his first TT bike from 1996 and his 100th start bike.
  • A cinema area shows highlights from McGuinness' racing career.
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A pop-up exhibition shows key moments from McGuinness's three decades of racing at the Isle of Man TT.

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