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29/10/2024
Record-Breaking Michael Dunlop Celebrated In Home Town
Motorcycle racer Michael Dunlop received a hero's homecoming in Ballymoney, Antrim, on Saturday following his record-breaking efforts at the Isle of Man TT.
The Northern Irish man surpassed his late uncle, Joey Dunlop, in recording the most TT wins after securing his 29th earlier this year.
The special homecoming event, hosted by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, included a parade through town centre before the 35 year-old opened a new exhibition in Ballymoney Museum, showcasing a series of fascinating items and photographs from his illustrious TT career.
The history-making racer also took pictures with supporters next to two of his TT winning motorbikes and joined BBC sports presenter Stephen Watson for a Q&A session with fans.
He was then presented with a special commemorative plaque by the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Ciaran McQuillan in recognition of his sporting achievements at an invite-only reception in Ballymoney Town Hall.
Michael then set off a fireworks display at Ballymoney Showgrounds to close out the event.
Speaking after the homecoming event, Michael said: "It was a real honour and a privilege to be here this evening to celebrate alongside my incredible fans in my hometown.
"Being able to surpass Joey's record has been the highlight of my career so far – every road racer aspired to beat him and it means a lot to me on a personal level that I was the one who was able to do it. Whatever comes next for me, that will always be a special moment.
"I would like to thank Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council for organising this event and to all my family, friends and supporters who came out tonight to share this unforgettable moment with me."
The Northern Irish man surpassed his late uncle, Joey Dunlop, in recording the most TT wins after securing his 29th earlier this year.
The special homecoming event, hosted by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, included a parade through town centre before the 35 year-old opened a new exhibition in Ballymoney Museum, showcasing a series of fascinating items and photographs from his illustrious TT career.
The history-making racer also took pictures with supporters next to two of his TT winning motorbikes and joined BBC sports presenter Stephen Watson for a Q&A session with fans.
Michael then set off a fireworks display at Ballymoney Showgrounds to close out the event.
Speaking after the homecoming event, Michael said: "It was a real honour and a privilege to be here this evening to celebrate alongside my incredible fans in my hometown.
"Being able to surpass Joey's record has been the highlight of my career so far – every road racer aspired to beat him and it means a lot to me on a personal level that I was the one who was able to do it. Whatever comes next for me, that will always be a special moment.
"I would like to thank Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council for organising this event and to all my family, friends and supporters who came out tonight to share this unforgettable moment with me."
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