2026 North West 200 Set for High‑Speed Action

The 2026 North West 200 will take place on the 8.9‑mile Triangle circuit on the north coast of Northern Ireland, attracting the world’s leading road racers and thousands of spectators. Key battles will include Will Glenn Irwin’s return for a record‑tying 11th Superbike win, Alastair Seeley’s attempt at a historic 30th victory, and Michael Dunlop’s pursuit of a treble. Newcomer Storm Stacey and seasoned riders such as Dean Harrison and Peter Hickman also add intrigue to the lineup.

BBC Sport NI will broadcast live video of all qualifying and race sessions on iPlayer, the website, and app from 09:45 BST on 6 May to 14:45, with additional coverage on YouTube and radio. Commentary will be led by Steve Parrish and Keith Huewen, with live audio on BBC Sounds and local radio stations. Highlights and podcasts will be available throughout the event week. palladian.co.za