By Next to take part in Road Racing News, revamped Manx GP Top 6 series is son of respected Sidecar TT driver Kevin Thornton, Aintree’s Liam Thornton.
Twenty seventh x2 in this summer’s Sportbike, Junior race bouts, his answers to the Mountain Course themed set of questions, are as follows:
Q1: When you first competed at the Manx, what was your first initial thought of the Mountain Course?
“I remember feeling incredibly proud on my newcomers’ lap but that feeling quickly turned into the realisation of just how fast this place really is!”
Q2: Most memorable Manx GP bike?
“My dad’s Aprilia RS 660. It’s an incredibly fun bike to ride, even if I am a bit too big for a Super Twin!”
Q3: Most treasured memory from the Manx?
“I think it was the opening day of practice this year. After only getting a few laps in during 2024, it was the first time I’d ridden over the Mountain in good weather and sunshine. I remember taking it all in and thinking, this is boss this!”
Q4: Is there one specific Manx GP competitor that you look up to?
“I look up to and am-inspired by all Manx Grand Prix competitors. Every one of us is living the dream!
However, you can’t take away from what Jonny Stewart did this year, winning four races back-to-back!”
Q5: Describe the Manx GP in one word?
“Unforgettable”
Q6: Finally, if you could race one machine from any series, championship around the Mountain Course, what would it be?
“My Dads LCR Sidecar because it would be cool to do a lap on a sidecar, driving not a chance, I’d be a passenger.”
Photo credit: Mark Corlett
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
