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So nearly a winner
With a rear tyre looking suspiciously soft, Jim Whalley takes Ramsey Hairpin on his Massey Arran. Taking over the ride halfway through practice week he led the race until he spilled at Windy Corner when the rear tyre failed, He somehow rode the wreckage of his machine into 5th place
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In this print from BikeSport TT Race Pics, we witness the heart-wrenching moment when victory slipped through Jim Whalley's fingers. Riding his Massey Arran during the 1921 Junior TT race, Whalley appeared to be on the verge of triumph. However, a rear tyre that looked suspiciously soft threatened to shatter his dreams. As he approached Ramsey Hairpin with unwavering determination etched on his face, Whalley skillfully maneuvered his machine despite the treacherous conditions. Taking over the ride halfway through practice week showcased not only his resilience but also his innate talent as a racer. Leading the pack with unmatched speed and precision, it seemed inevitable that glory would be within Whalley's grasp. Yet fate had other plans for him at Windy Corner. In an unfortunate turn of events, disaster struck as his rear tyre failed catastrophically. Undeterred by adversity and fueled by sheer determination, Whalley refused to let go of victory entirely. Miraculously riding amidst wreckage and debris from his fallen machine, he defied all odds and managed to secure an impressive fifth-place finish. This awe-inspiring image captures both the thrill and anguish synonymous with motorsports. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of defeat, true champions rise above their circumstances and leave an indelible mark on history.
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