Michael Laverty expands GRYD Racing operations through TAS Racing takeover

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Michael Laverty expands GRYD Racing operations through TAS Racing takeover
Summary

Former MotoGP rider Michael Laverty is expanding his GRYD Racing organization by taking over the Northern Ireland-based TAS Racing. This move integrates a team with 25 years of experience in British short circuits and international road racing into the GRYD framework. Laverty currently manages entries across several categories, including Moto4, Sportbike, Superstock, and JuniorGP Moto3. He continues to balance these ownership duties with a broadcasting role in MotoGP. The funding model for his teams incorporates proceeds from his personal clothing brand to supplement sponsorship revenue. Laverty aims to eventually secure presence in Moto2 and World Superbike to complete his competitive ladder.

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  • Michael Laverty confirmed GRYD Racing is taking over TAS Racing.
  • TAS Racing has operated for 25 years under Hector and Philip Neill.
  • GRYD Racing fields entries in Moto4, Sportbike, Superstock, and JuniorGP Moto3.
  • Laverty continues his work as a MotoGP broadcaster.
  • A clothing brand provides supplementary funding for the racing teams.
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  • 8:17 AMYahoo SportsLaverty busy across many motorcycle racing fronts
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Former British Supersport champion Michael Laverty tells the BBC Bikes Podcast how he is busy across motorcycle racing across a whole range of fronts.

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