I've lost a housemate in the dry. And many friends in wet and dry conditions. Mostly dry though, in all honesty.

I can't answer why there's no racing in the rain at the TT. I think the Clerk of the Course is in a very difficult position and I wouldn't wish for his job for anything.

My own personal view is that if the helicopters can fly and there isn't standing/running water, then go for it. It won't be long before we have a TT or Manx with no racing at all if we have to avoid rain.

My favourite TT race of all time was held in the rain. I also have happy memories of a rain soaked Manx race with the added 'interest' of when we should pit as we knew the race was likely to be shortened.