LANCASTER motorbiker Rob Munroe is particularly looking forward to the amateur Isle of Man motor bike race this year - because someone is giving him a bike!

Frank Shepherd motor bikes in Lancaster are backing the Rob with the bike in the amateur race next month.

Woodgate Tyres and Kiwi Signs are also financially supporting the 34-year-old Rob in the biggest race of his life.

Rob who works in a garage, Ajax Motors on Willow Lane, is overjoyed at the support he has received. He said: "This is a big race. It's the same as the TT races but we are all amateurs and proud of it. It's a big deal and I'll do my best to represent my home town."

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