MGP newcomers credit 'important' help from charity

All 29 riders receive support

Newcomers to the Manx Grand Prix say help from a local charity is 'important' for making it to the event. 

All 29 riders received their awards from the Mike Hailwood Foundation today (19 August).

They were in attendance at the centre to receive their monetary support from the organisation. 

Local newcomer Grant Thompson and Ireland rider Jason Whelan were two of those at the event. 

They described why the foundation is vital for new competitors:

You can find out more about Tracey's Pictures and the support they provide newcomers in this latest Journey to a Dream episode.