By * Its’ Parker Transport Racing times two in the HMH Civils Supersport class, with Don Gilbert, Gareth Arnold racing for Gerry Parker’s outfit.
* Solo entry numbers in total, top ninety-five.
* Nine manufacturers, Aprilia, Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki, Kramer, Paton, Suzuki, Triumph, Yamaha are-represented.
* Oliver’s Mount newcomer Max Ainscough holds the highest start-number, No.931.
* The only solo races entrant from outside the UK, Ireland, the Isle of Man is German rider Chris Meyer.
* Sidecar competitors are-positioned again in the top-field, adjacent to the Esses.
* Non-starters include John Marsh and CB 500 lap-record holder Adam Shelton.
* Just sixteen riders have claimed Gold Cup glory, under the Steve Henshaw Gold Cup title since 1989.
* A new Gold Cup winner will be, crowned this weekend, with no previous victors competing.
* The top three finishers within the Gold Cup – feature race, will net respectively £750, £500, £400 pounds.
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
