Beyond the Paddock: Peter Hickman
TT 2026
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18m
In this episode of Beyond the Paddock, Peter Hickman speaks openly about the impact of missing out on racing last year through injury. Reflecting on his crash in 2025, he details the injuries he sustained, the realities of recovery, and where he now stands physically, including the ongoing work to rebuild strength following nerve damage to his right shoulder.
Peter explains that his return to riding came relatively quickly, but reflects on why patience and perspective have been important in properly assessing progress. He discusses the differences in physical demands between short circuit racing and road racing, outlining how his confidence, speed and strength are continuing to build week by week.
The conversation also broadens to include team structure, stability and responsibility as he looks towards 2026, alongside his wider involvement in developing riders and teams through PHR. With full focus now on the TT, Peter shares his mindset on returning to the Mountain Course, grounded in experience and a clear ambition to get himself back to winning ways.
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