By Next to take part in Road Racing News, revamped Manx GP Top 6 series is 2026 Ulster Road Race Lightweight Supersport Champion, Ashley Robson.
Back in August, a top ten Classic TT finisher, top thirty-five MGP finisher, one of twenty-one debutants to exceed the 100-mph lap barrier, her 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?
“This is incredible!”
Q2: Most memorable Manx GP bike?
“As a newcomer this year riding the Eric Wilson, Obsession Engineering Aprilia 660 was pretty-awesome.”
Q3: Most treasured memory from the Manx?
“Setting off on my first solo lap, knowing both my parents were there to watch, was a really-special moment. After all the years of hard work & sacrifices that had gone into getting me there, it was amazing to finally have them see it all come together.”
Q4: Is there one specific Manx GP competitor that you look up to?
“I think it’s hard to single out one. There are so many talented riders, the experience and commitment it takes to race there is something to-be-respected and admired.”
Q5: Describe the Manx GP in one word?
“Surreal”
Q6: Finally, if you could race one machine from any series, championship around the Mountain Course, what would it be?
“Would have to be a Superbike wouldn’t it, just to experience that level of power and performance around the Mountain Course, would be something else.”
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
