MOTOR CYCLING: ARCHI THE TT STAR

ADRIAN ARCHIBALD won an emotional and clear-cut first TT in the Formula One race on the Isle of Man yesterday.

An early-race challenge from Cumbrian John Guinness ended when his MonsterMob Ducati had gearbox trouble.

And Ulsterman Archibald dedicated his victory to his former team- mate, David Jefferies, who was killed when he crashed during practice last Thursday.

"I really wanted to win this race for David as he was more than a great rider, he was a real friend," he said. "I want to dedicate this win to David's parents Tony and Pauline who were right behind me in this race."

Archibald said that he was "obviously rather nervous" during the opening lap but then he settled.

McGuinness's gear problem forced him into the pits but he still retained third place, behind Honda rider Ian Lougher.

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