Michael Dunlop wins the 250cc race at the North West 200 in 2008.Michael Dunlop wins the 250cc race at the North West 200 in 2008.
Michael Dunlop wins the 250cc race at the North West 200 in 2008.

Retro Rewind: Ten pictures from Michael Dunlop's heart-wrenching victory at the North West 200 in 2008

Less than 48 hours after his father Robert was tragically killed at the North West 200 in 2008, Michael Dunlop paid his father the ultimate tribute as he won the 250cc race.
By Kyle White
Published 1st May 2020, 16:16 GMT
Updated 1st May 2020, 16:22 GMT

Here, we look back at that incredible day 12 years ago with a special picture feature - and you can also catch up on the story of the race HERE.

Ballymoney's Robert Dunlop tragically lost his life in a crash during practice for the North West 200 in 2008.

1. Racing legend

Ballymoney's Robert Dunlop tragically lost his life in a crash during practice for the North West 200 in 2008.

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Michael Dunlop chats to his father Robert on the grid at the ill-fated North West 200 in 2008.

2. Final words

Michael Dunlop chats to his father Robert on the grid at the ill-fated North West 200 in 2008.

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An image of Robert Dunlop displayed on the huge screen in a subdued NW200 paddock following his tragic death.

3. Tribute

An image of Robert Dunlop displayed on the huge screen in a subdued NW200 paddock following his tragic death.

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Bikers at the scene of Robert Dunlop's fatal accident at Mather's Cross at the 2008 North West 200.

4. Silent prayers

Bikers at the scene of Robert Dunlop's fatal accident at Mather's Cross at the 2008 North West 200.

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