ISLE OF MAN — Daniel Ingham died in a crash during qualifying for the 2026 Isle of Man TT races at Doran's Bend on the first lap of the third qualifying session on Wednesday evening. He was 33 years old and competing as a newcomer at the event.
Ingham was from Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire and had been a seasoned competitor in the Manx Grand Prix (MGP), held annually in August on the same 37.7-mile Mountain Course used for the Isle of Man TT. He made his MGP debut in 2016 and went on to record several podium finishes before winning the Senior race in 2024.
Helayna Ingham, his wife, said their son Joey and daughter Phoebe were worried about “forgetting their daddy as they grow older.” She said their son came up with the “lovely idea” of creating a memory book about Daniel Ingham. Helayna Ingham asked anyone who knew him to send in a funny memory, a story about how they met him, a favorite moment, or something special they shared with him, and to include a photo if possible. She said creating a memory book would allow their children to “read all about the incredible person and amazing dad he was through the eyes of the people who knew and loved him” as they grew up.
The Manx Motorcycle Club, organizers of the Manx Grand Prix, said they were “devastated to learn of the tragic loss” of Daniel Ingham, who was “one of our own.” The club said he had “become a huge part of the Manx Grand Prix family” and had “earned enormous respect throughout the paddock for his determination, professionalism and love of road racing.” They added that he was “admired not only for his talent on track, but also for the person he was away from racing, friendly, humble and deeply respected by competitors, officials, marshals and supporters alike.” The club extended “heartfelt condolences” to Daniel Ingham's wife and children, along with his wider family, friends, and team, and said his loss “will be felt across the entire road racing community and especially amongst all those connected with the Manx Grand Prix.” The club said he would “never be forgotten.”