The World's #1 TT WebsitePowered by

Countdown to TT 2024

Maria Costello returns to Classic TT with Beugger Racing Paton

Tuesday 22 August 2017
Classic TT Teams
Maria Costello, 2017 Classic TT presented by Bennetts, Photo Credit: IOMTTPICS

Maria Costello MBE returns to the Isle of Man this week, looking for a repeat of last year’s podium finish in the Bennetts Senior Classic TT.

The Northamptonshire racer made history at the 2016 event when she became the only female racer ever to earn a place on the Classic TT podium alongside John McGuinness.

Her strong form - crowned by two podium finishes in the Cup 600 class of the British Sidecar Championship at Thruxton and a new PB lap time and top 10 finish in the Supertwin class at the Ulster Grand Prix - sets her in good stead for the challenge of the 37.73-mile TT course she’ll face onboard the Beugger Racing Paton.

Maria said: 

“I’ve had an incredible season so far and it would be great to replicate the podium finish I achieved here last year. I’m very aware that, as ever, it won’t be an easy task, but my attitude remains the same; to enjoy riding the beautifully prepared Paton owned by the wonderful Peter and Barbara Beugger.

“It’s great to be back here with them and Manx resident Richard Bairstow, who completes the Beugger Team. They make it one of my favourite events.”

Maria has already completed one lap during Saturday’s practice session and is looking forward to more when it resumes on Wednesday evening.

To find out more about Maria Costello and her upcoming events, please visit her website: Costello Racing

Photo credit: IOMTTPICS

Related Products