William Dunlop tragically killed at Skerries 100 races
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Just heard about William Dunlop I'm in shock what a genuine bloke Rip deepest sympathy to his family.
07-07-2018, 07:50 PM
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William Dunlop tragically killed at Skerries 100 races
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Organisers of the Skerries Road Races have confirmed that Balymoney's William Dunlop died following an accident during practice on Saturday evening.

In a statement from the club released on Saturday evening it said:

"The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, organisers of the Skerries 100, deeply regrets to announce that competitor William Dunlop of Ballymoney, Co. Antrim, has passed away following injuries received in a tragic accident that occurred during practise which took place today 7th July 2018.

"The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club extends their heartfelt sympathy to William Dunlop's family and friends.

Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this very sad time."


The Ballymoney man was a member of the renowned Dunlop family and was a winner at the North West 200 and Ulster GP.

William's father Robert died as a result of an accident at the North West 200 in 2008, while his uncle Joey was killed in a crash in Estonia in 2000.

Joey holds the record for the most Isle of Man TT wins with 26, while William's brother Michael has registered 18 wins at the event over the Mountain Course.

William has also competed regularly on the Isle of Man but sat out this year's races after coming home during practice week to be with his pregnant partner Janine.


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On behalf of all who use TTwebsite.com I take this opportunity to express our sincerest condolences to Williams wife Janine and family, and the Dunlop family in general.

Malcolm
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07-07-2018, 07:51 PM
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Can't believe it but it's been officially announced that we've lost William after an incident in practice at Skerries. RIP William. Thoughts with family and friends.
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07-07-2018, 07:52 PM
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Just been told by my daughter.

Will be sadly missed.

Ian
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07-07-2018, 08:02 PM
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I've just found out about William via the MCN website - and I'm in a state of shock & disbelief. My thoughts too are with his partner and family at this terribly sad time. Tragic.
07-07-2018, 08:10 PM
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I didn't know William personally, but I certainly wished that I had. I would just like to echo Malcolm's sentiments and send my condolences to all of William's family and friends. RIP. I'm absolutely gutted.
07-07-2018, 08:13 PM
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Rest in peace William
07-07-2018, 08:17 PM
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Another very sad day
I can remember brushing my teeth next to William at southern 100 a few years back
Very decent bloke
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07-07-2018, 08:55 PM
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How very very tragic and sad. RIP William

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07-07-2018, 09:04 PM
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My sincerest condolences to the entire family. So very sad, after the revelations at TT, I was convinced that William would hang up the leathers. Devastated.
07-07-2018, 10:47 PM
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Terrible news. I am shocked, and truly saddened.
RIP William.
07-07-2018, 11:18 PM
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Very sad news indeed
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08-07-2018, 08:35 AM
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Such sad news, my thoughts are with his family and friends. RIP William.
08-07-2018, 08:45 AM
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What a lose to road racing, William such a nice lad, RIP William. my thought are with his family and friends.
 
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Shocked and sad at this terrible news.

RIP William




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08-07-2018, 09:52 AM
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Heartbreaking news. 

My word that family has been through some pain.  I hope they can find some strength from somewhere.

Rest in peace William.



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08-07-2018, 11:27 AM
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Just cant process it.
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08-07-2018, 03:53 PM
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Such a nice man and taken far to early my condolences to his partner and family RIP. William
08-07-2018, 06:28 PM
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Given the nature of this sport we shouldn't be shocked, but that's the way I feel. Condolences to all the family and friends.
09-07-2018, 08:06 AM
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Never easy to accept news like this. Sincere condolences to William’s family. My heart goes out to Michael especially. ❤️
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09-07-2018, 01:21 PM
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