Peter Hickman Takes Pole at North West 200

Peter Hickman demonstrated exceptional skill and speed to secure pole position for the Superbike races at the North West 200. Riding for the 8TEN Racing team, Hickman set a blistering lap time of 4:19.168, outpacing his teammate Davey Todd by over a second. This marks a significant achievement for Hickman, who has yet to win a Superbike race at this prestigious international road race.

Qualifying Highlights

• Superbike Qualifying: Hickman led the pack with a stunning final lap, followed closely by Todd and Dean Harrison. Alastair Seeley and Michael Dunlop rounded out the top five, showcasing intense competition.
• Supersport Qualifying: Dean Harrison edged out Richard Cooper by a mere 0.104 seconds to claim pole, highlighting the razor-thin margins in this category.
• Superstock Qualifying: Davey Todd overcame mechanical issues to set the fastest time, with Seeley and Hickman trailing behind.
• Supertwins Qualifying: Richard Cooper dominated, setting a fast lap of 4:48.326, leading a competitive field.

Race Schedule

Racing commenced on Thursday evening with the Superbike, Supersport, and Superstock races. Saturday promises more action with multiple races including the Supertwin and the North West 200 Superbike race.

Key Performances

• Peter Hickman: His pole position in Superbike sets the stage for a potential victory.
• Davey Todd: Strong performances in both Superbike and Superstock categories.
• Dean Harrison: Continued his strong form with a pole in Supersport.

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