Two came off their bikes during yesterday’s Manx Grand Prix Senior.

Both Peter Symes, who was involved in the incident at the 33rd, and David Taylor, who crashed at Brandywell, are described as being in a ‘critical’ condition.

French newcomer, Yvan Cardona, who came off his machine at Cruickshanks on Monday, August 24, is also described as being in a ‘critical’ condition.

The other riders who were hurt during the Senior yesterday were:

Martial Mourra (Mayhill): Likely to be discharged later.

Donald Gilbert (Creg Ny Baa): Discharged last night.

Andy Farrell (Creg Ny Baa)L Likely to be discharged later today.

Jason Brewster, September 2, Gooseneck: Comfortable.

Sjak Van Dijk, August 29, Sarah’s Cottage: Transferred to Netherlands

Organisers pay tribute to event stalwart

Festival of Motorcycling organisers have confirmed a second rider has died after crashing during this year’s meeting.

The Manx Motor Cycle Club says David Taylor of Sheffield died following an incident at Brandywell during Friday’s Senior Manx Grand Prix.

David had ridden in the Max Grand Prix for almost thirty years, and was an ambassador for the event.

Manx Motor Cycle Club chairman Harvey Garton said he was a well respected rider who was liked by all, and expressed the club’s condolences to Mr Taylor’s family and friends.