MOTORSPORT: Adam McLean released by IMR Racing team

TOBERMORE motorbike racer Adam McLean is weighing up his options, after being released from his contract with Team IMR. The 21 year-old had previously signed for the Isle of Man based team in December 2017, after an impressive season when he collected the Vernon Cooper Newcomers Trophy at the Isle of Man TT. McLean also put himself in the shop window at the showpiece North West 200, where he finished fourth in second Supersport race, after being placed in third position in the Ulster Grand Prix Supertwins race. Team IMR stated on Tuesday they were 'advised' that McLean was no longer 'able to' represent the team as previously agreed. “Having already made extensive investment in support of Adam McLean for the 2018 road racing season, procuring high quality machinery, personnel and infrastructure, the team will now consider its options for a replacement rider," read the statement. Team IMR are looking for a replacement rider to compete in the Superbike, Superstock and Supersport categories at the 2018 North West 200, Isle of Man TT Races and Ulster Grand Prix events.