McGuinness thanks crew and supporters for 17th TT win

Sat, 11 Jun 2011

John McGuinness (centre) won yesterday's Senior Race, with Guy Martin (left) in 2nd and Bruce Anstey (right) in 3rd

The winner of this year's Senior Race at TT has credited endurance racing as part of the reason behind his success.

John McGuinness says the testing races have given him a new strength on the superbike.

The Morecambe rider picked up wins 16 and 17 at this year's TT, putting him ever closer to Joey Dunlop's record of 26 TT race wins.

Yesterday saw a close race between McGuinness, Guy Martin and Bruce Anstey.

McGuinness says he's grateful to everyone who helps and supports him [play clip]