Ian Hutchinson has announced a new deal that will see him race a Ducati at the 2026 Isle of Man TT.

Hutchinson, a legend of road racing with 16 TT wins including his famous run to five in a week in 2010, will ride for John Burrows’ Burrows Engineering team in the in the Supersport class at this year’s Isle of Man TT, riding a Ducati Panigale V2 that Conor Cummins rode to a top-10 finish in Race 1 at last year’s TT.

The Panigale V2 also took Ducati’s first TT win for 30 years in 2025 in the hands of Michael Dunlop.

For Hutchinson – who rode for MLav Racing in both 1,000cc classes as well as the Supersport class last year, riding a Yamaha R6 in the latter – the move to Burrows Engineering for 2026 is a chance to ride for a team he’s developed respect for over a couple of decades.

“I’ve known John [Burrows] for 22 years, since we both competed in the Manx Newcomers’ Race in 2003,” Hutchinson said.

“I’ve always looked out for his results, and I’ve watched his team grow into one of the best-presented outfits in the paddock, alongside the business he’s grown. I really admire his dedication – not just to his own team, but to supporting his sons’ racing too – so to be welcomed into his team is a privilege. 

“I can’t wait to race the Burrows Engineering Ducati.”

John Burrows added: “We’re absolutely delighted to have Ian [Hutchinson] onboard our Ducati V2 in the Supersport class at the Isle of Man TT Races. Ian needs no introduction – he’s a 16-time TT winner, with many of those victories coming in the Supersport class. 

 “Over the last season or so, I’ve seen a real hunger in Ian again, almost a resurgence after what has been a few tough years for him. You can see the desire to succeed is still very much there, and that’s something that really excites and motivates us as a team. 

 “Ian spent a lot of time circulating with Conor Cummins on our Ducati V2 during the Supersport races at the TT last year, so I’d like to think he’s seen something he’s liked, or felt that the Ducati would suit his riding style. 

 “On a personal note, Ian and myself both started our Mountain Course careers back in 2003 at the Manx Grand Prix, so it’s great to see things come full circle and to be teaming up for TT 2026.”

Hutchinson’s 2026 1,000cc plans are not yet confirmed.