Road racing memories: 10 pictures from the inaugural Armoy road races in 2009
We have delved into the archives to look back at some memories from the first-ever Armoy road races in 2009.
Ryan Farquhar notched a hat-trick and the Dunlop name was also to the fore at the home of the 'Armoy Armada', with Michael clinching a double. Pictures: Pacemaker Press.
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Ryan Farquhar (KMR Kawasaki) leads Adrian Archibald (AMA Suzuki) during practice for the inaugural Armoy road races in 2009.
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William Dunlop (PJ Flynn Honda) leads brother Michael (D&GW Honda) in the 250cc race. Michael clinched a narrow victory on the final lap by only 0.074s on the line in a photo finish.
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Ryan Farquhar on his way to victory in the Supersport race, which he won by 5.5 seconds from William Dunlop, with Michael Dunlop completing the top three, a further five seconds back.
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Michael Dunlop was a popular winner in front of his home fans in the 125cc race at Armoy in 2009.