Yeardsley tops 2020 Manx GP list
Joe Yeardsley leads the 2020 Manx Grand Prix contemporary category with a best lap speed of 122.051 mph, followed closely by Johnny Stewart. The list ranks 100 riders by speed, as released by Road Racing News.
Joe Yeardsley topped the 2020 Manx Grand Prix contemporary category with a best lap speed of 122.051 mph, the fastest time recorded in the Supersport/Super Twin class. The list ranks the top 100 riders by best lap speed, as published by Road Racing News, and shows a tight grouping of competitors within a 10 mph spread at the top.
Top 10 Riders
| Rank | Rider | Best Lap Speed (mph) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joe Yeardsley | 122.051 |
| 2 | Johnny Stewart | 122.038 |
| 3 | Stephen Smith | 121.796 |
| 4 | Chris Cook | 120.994 |
| 5 | Lee Hara | 120.944 |
| 6 | Caomhan Canny | 120.846 |
| 7 | Marcus Simpson | 120.738 |
| 8 | Eddy Wormald | 120.724 |
| 9 | Graham McAleese | 120.667 |
| 10 | Michael Gahan | 120.664 |
The top ten riders all completed laps in the 120-122 mph range, illustrating the high level of competition in the contemporary category.
Full Top 100
Beyond the leaders, the list continues with a gradual decline in speed. Riders such as Ryan Whitehall (120.583 mph) and Jamie Williams (120.524 mph) occupy the mid-tier, while names like Yann Galli (112.848 mph) finish at the bottom of the ranking. The spread from the fastest to the slowest rider is roughly 9.2 mph, showing that even the lower-placed competitors were able to maintain respectable lap times.
The 2020 Manx Grand Prix contemporary category, which focuses on Supersport and Super Twin machines, attracts a diverse field of international riders. The event is held on the Snaefell Mountain Course, a demanding 37.73-mile circuit known for its mix of high-speed straights and tight, technical sections. Performance on this track requires not only speed but also precise handling and rider endurance.
Race Context
The contemporary category is one of several classes at the Manx Grand Prix, each with its own set of technical regulations. Supersport bikes are typically 600-cc machines, while Super Twin refers to 1000-cc twin-cylinder engines. Riders must adhere to strict safety and equipment standards, and the event is overseen by the Isle of Man Motor Cycle Club.
The 2020 edition of the race was held under challenging weather conditions, with intermittent rain affecting track grip. Despite these variables, the top riders managed to set record-breaking lap speeds, underscoring their skill and the reliability of their machines.
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