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McGuinness raring to go for Festival of Motorcycling

Racing legend shares affection for event

Road racing legend John McGuinness has opened up about his affection for the classic bikes at the start of this year's Festival of Motorcycling.

The Senior Classic TT lap record holder will line-up on Glencrutchery Road aiming to add to his two previous wins at the event.

Michael Dunlop, Dean Harrison and Ian Lougher are among the competition he'll have to see off if he's to make top step of the podium.

McGuinness told Manx Radio Sport the event is always a special date on the calendar:

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