Duffus sets early pace

Iain Duffus topped the Isle of Man TT practice leaderboard after the opening two sessions.

Iain Duffus topped the Isle of Man TT practice leaderboard after the opening two sessions.

The 35-year-old Glenrothes rider powered his 750cc Honda RC45 around the demanding 37.73-mile mountain course in a best time of 19 minutes 16.1 seconds.

Duffus, twice a TT race winner, was delighted with his form which signals his return to full fitness following a horrific crash during qualifying for a British Championship round in May last year.

Sean Harris charged his Yamaha to a 114.12 m.p.h. lap to top the 250cc practice while Denis McCullough, with a 105.02 m.p.h. lap, was the fastest 125cc rider.