By Held in Driffield, East Yorkshire, the 2026 Oliver’s Mount awards evening, marked Championship winners’ achievements, wished Trigger Happy Birthday, celebrated all those who have helped behind-the-scenes, marshalling at North Yorkshire’s ‘Mini TT’ and paid a warm tribute to the much-missed Aran Sadler.
2026 Oliver’s Mount Champions per category, attending, picking up awards were Tom Weeden (sticking with same machines set-up for 2027) (King of The Mount, Pro Supersport, Classic Superbike), Joey Thompson joined the by TH Racing team (Super Twins), potential Manx Grand Prix newcomer next year John Marsh (Stock Supersport).
The Ramsdens Steve & Matty (F2 Sidecars), Greg Lambert/Andrew Haynes (Pre-Injection Sidecars), Tony Flinton (125/Moto 3), Steven Allan (CB 500).
2017 Newcomers (A) Manx GP winner Brad Vicars received the Spirit of The Mount award.
Solo Riders Representative Roddy Taylor awarded the Newcomer of The Year accolade to Rocket Racing’s Rhys Stephenson who was unable to attend.
Oliver’s Mount Racing will have a presence next month at Motorcycle Live (21st-29th November), when 2027 event dates will be disclosed.
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
