NW200 Tribute to Martin Finnegan
RACE marshals at the Kennedy International North West 200 on Saturday, May 17,will wear black armbands bearing the number '45' as a mark of respect to top competitor, Martin Finnegan, who was killed at the Tandragee 100.
Up to 60 officials, representing the MCUI (Ulster Centre) Marshals Association, will display the armbands during both practice sessions for the event on Tuesday and Thursday evening next week and on race day, Saturday, May 17.
Finnegan had signed to ride for the JMF Millsport Racing Yamaha outfit in 2008 and team members will also wear the armbands as a tribute to the Lusk star, who died after losing control of his 600cc Supersport machine last Saturday.
Paul McAteer, vice-chairman of the association, said: "The decision was taken following discussions with Billy Lyons of Millsport Motorcycles and with the blessing of the JMF team and we feel that it would be an appropriate tribute to Martin Finnegan.
"Alastair Seeley will still ride for the JMF Millsport Team at the North West and the team members will also wear the armbands as a mark of respect.
Roads will be closed for official practice at the North West 200 from 5pm-9.30pm.
The full article contains 205 words and appears in News Letter newspaper.
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Last Updated:
09 May 2008 12:02 PM
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Source:
News Letter
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Location:
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