By Disclosed at last evening’s official event launch, full-fields per the-majority of categories modern, yesteryear, a plethora of high-class entries make exciting races throughout the 2026 Irish road race season opener, Bears Competitions Cookstown 100, a distinct, likely-prospect.
Reigning IRRC Superbike Champion Darryl Tweed, crowned 2025 C100 Man of the Meeting, opens his 2026 roads scene account later this month, piloting Stanley Stewart Racing Triumph, JLR by Ability Energy Ltd Honda equipment.
Jackson Racing Powered by Prosper2’s Paul Jordan joins ‘Tweedy’ on the confirmed starters-list with a full machine stable (RS 660 Aprilia/V2 Panigale Ducati/Fireblade Honda).
The most podium finishing Irish roads exponent in this decade, to date, Michael Sweeney returns. Same as Historic Junior Classic TT winner Jordan, the former Duke Road Race Rankings Champion has a full quota of four-stroke tackle.
Next generation, new wave, hugely experienced roads forces additionally primed for Orritor Circuit thrills include:
Marcus ‘Spartacus’ Simpson, Scott Racing’s Caomhan Canny (2025 Senior Manx Grand Prix winner), Parker Car Transport Racing’s Don Gilbert.
Sean Brolly, Kevin Lavery (LMR Kawasaki/Traynors Yamaha), Dennis Booth, Andy Hornby.
Roddy Taylor, Neil Rutledge and targeting the all-time C100 wins tally, currently jointly held aside Ryan Farquhar, Barry Davidson.
Regarding C100 newcomers, there is no less than thirty-eight in total. One of the most notable is Illiam Quayle (600 Suzuki), set to make this weekend his pure road racing debut at Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough.
Photo courtesy of Baylon McCaughey
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
