Tom Weeden 'happy to be alive and able to tell the tale'

The rider came off at Glen Helen during yesterday's qualifying session

TT organisers have issued an update on competitor Tom Weeden, who was involved in a crash during TT qualifying yesterday afternoon (30 May).

The rider came off at Glen Helen and was taken to Noble’s Hospital via AirMed.

He is currently being treated for back, leg and ankle injuries.

Posting on social media yesterday, he said he was 'happy to be alive and able to tell the tale'.

In a statement, organisers said: "The Isle of Man TT Races send their best wishes to Tom and thank the Marshals and the MRMS medical team for their continued diligence and professionalism."