Riders were out in force last night for TT practices but the session ended early because of strong winds and squally showers.

The session was untimed because of the uncertain conditions but the sidecars missed out entirely as the weather worsened.

Weather reports for the rest of the week are good and race organisers say there should be some good, clear practice sessions ahead of the first race day on Saturday.

Roads are due to close today at 5pm on the mountain section and 6pm around the rest of the TT course. The qualifying session should see riders out at 6.20pm followed by sidecar outfits at 8pm.

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