I think it's now clear that cheating in the Classic TT's is acceptable (to some) if you're also a TT rider.

Oversized fuel tanks allow the machine can be ridden much harder plus the machine won't run out of fuel (which many have). In my opinion those are hugely significant advantages.

The real pity of all this for me is that Team Winfield's and Black Eagle Racing's efforts have tarnished what should have been a great event and it's seemingly all been underwritten by the ACU. Incredible!!

However it was an epic ride from the true winner of the 2016 Senior Classic TT, Maria Costello and great second and third places for Jamie Coward and Alan Oversby!!

As a postscript I'm a big fan of both John McGuinness and Dean Harrison and I really admire Gary Thompson which for me makes these sorry events all the sadder.