Davey Todd Secures Historic First North West 200 Superbike Victory

Davey Todd triumphs at the North West 200 Superbike race, marking his first win in this prestigious event and his seventh overall victory.

In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Davey Todd clinched his first-ever North West 200 Superbike win on Thursday night. Riding for the 8TEN Racing team on a BMW, Todd led the race from start to finish, narrowly edging out Dean Harrison by just two-tenths of a second at the finish line.

Race Highlights

  • Davey Todd started strong and maintained his lead throughout the four-lap sprint.
  • Dean Harrison, riding for Honda Racing, set the fastest lap at 124.125 mph but couldn't overtake Todd.
  • Peter Hickman, Todd's teammate and pole position holder, finished third, 1.4 seconds behind.
  • Michael Dunlop, despite a qualifying spill, secured fourth place.

Historical Context

This victory marks Todd's seventh win at the North West 200, adding to his previous successes in the Supersport and Superstock classes. It also breaks the dominance of Glenn Irwin, who had won the last 11 Superbike races at this event before retiring from road racing.

Post-Race Reactions

A jubilant Todd described the win as "really special," especially after narrowly missing out on the Superbike title in previous years. "It's been eluding me for quite a while," he said, reflecting on his journey to this historic moment.

Notable Performances

  • Dean Harrison secured his 11th podium finish at the North West 200.
  • Michael Dunlop showcased resilience, overcoming earlier injuries to finish fourth.
  • Alastair Seeley, the all-time wins record holder, retired due to mechanical issues.

Final Standings

  1. Davey Todd (Eng, BMW)
  2. Dean Harrison (Eng, Honda)
  3. Peter Hickman (Eng, BMW)
  4. Michael Dunlop (NI, BMW)
  5. Ian Hutchinson (Eng, BMW)

This race not only cements Todd's place in North West 200 history but also sets the stage for future thrilling encounters in this iconic motorsport event.

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