Guy Martin's lucky escape | Isle of Man TT 2017

During the Isle of Man TT 2017, RST Superbike race, Honda Racing’s Guy Martin unfortunately crashed at Doran's bend on his first lap. Guy reported that he hit a "box of neutrals" which caused him to berm the kerb and take a tumble.

Thankfully, Guy Martin walked away from the crash with only a bruised wrist and hopefully he'll be able to continue the rest of his TT 2017 campaign.

[rdeddie]

"...sliding down the road, just waiting for the big stop."
He knew he was a dead man; still surprised to be alive during this interview.

[Desertduleler_]

You can see on his face he's still suffering shock.

[allamericandude]

That's a man who's seen death.

[emlix]

I've never seen Guy so genuinely freaked.

[WiggysanWiggysan]

Guy looked really shook up from this one.

[MarkWladika]

"it's a Jonah" - A long-established expression among sailors uses the term, "a Jonah", to mean a sailor or a passenger whose presence on board brings bad luck and endangers the ship.

[Bassalicious]

"a box full of neutrals" That must suck big time when you know you are putting you life on the line, trusting the machine. At least he's fine. Speedy recovery, Guy!

[brandoloudly]

"just sliding down the road waiting for the big stop" sounds like he knew he was gonna die for what probably felt like forever

[kylestewart]

retire sir! you have nothing else to prove. Isle is man doesn't need another monument to remember another great rider. God gave you a second chance. don't ignore it mate. go enjoy your family.

[mikerivers]

Guy, you’re an absolute legend whether you do any more TT’s or not. Better to be a living legend. Don’t push your luck. Stay safe (ish!!)

[nathanc]

Surprised he's still wearing the Honda shirt after that.... He doesn't seem like a guy who takes mechanical failures, especially ones that could have killed him, very lightly.

[robs]

very rare to see an interview like this, this is the real deal

[glion]

First time I see Guy scared..Not a good sign..

[VulcanB]

"doesnt like me...doesnt like
thats a shocking revelation to openly admit on camera....

much respect Guy....top man

[funkmcfingers]

I am thinking about buying a fireblade sp2, although I don't like the standard colours. I think for the new model it would look much better in beige or grey. A nice neutral colour to match the gearbox.

[barrysargent]

Absolute honesty, with absolutely no bullshit! One of the worlds best sportsmen and bloke. Now becoming an absolute living legend. What a human!

[cm-klwx]

This type of interview is extremely rare in modern 'Western' society - raw and revealing as a 'near death' experience...most sports have followed the PC 'Mangina' directive...the TT is one of the last bastions of 'extreme sport' that is still practiced on a significant level, and has, so far, resisted the calls from the 'protective' types...long MUST it continue!

[matthew-jyjp]

Guy is one of the most genuine and good people on this planet it would be a loss to the world if we lost Guy Martin. He is a great champion and a class act

[micheladubose]

So glad you are ok Guy.. I wish you good luck.. like you said it will get better.. keep your head up.. in my eyes you are the BEST!!

[labinott]

I guess people forgot 2010 he had bigger accident and still got back! Guy is absolutely a legend and legendary pilot!.. in this interview he basically knows how close he had angel of death! Seen him many times before 😉💎❤️👑🙏🏻 I’m glad you here Guy! And I absolutely appreciate such a RAW interview ! Not everyone can explain the emotions especially soo short of time given in interview! Guy is super intelligent just like MOST road racers