(22-01-2015, 08:04 PM)Geekay Wrote: I'm probably being a bit thick here but I don't even understand the concept. The TT is unique and I don't see how it can be incorporated into a meaningful championship.
I'm trying to think how this would work in other sports. A 'Grand National' World Series for horse racing? A series of Boat Races around the world? An Everest Climbing Championship?
I understand the concept of World Championships, Grand Slams, Triple Crowns and Grand Prix etc. But each of these are part of a series, not an extension of a unique event.
This strikes me of a branding exercise, perhaps somebody could enlighten me further.

The DED think that by charging 'interested parties' a sum of money to use the TT name against a series of meetings that will more closely resemble the Southern 100, they will make a fortune....

Perhaps they will - or perhaps they will destroy the whole thing by placing it in the hands of others.

I see Mr P is now looking to become the 'man who saved cycling'   hmmmmmm.....