Relentless Suzuki by TAS Racing had a disappointing start to their TT race week when Kiwi Bruce Anstey retired after only seven miles on lap one of the Dainese TT Superbike event.

The seven-time TT winner looked to be the man to beat after his 130mph lap during practice week, but he suffered problems with a lambda sensor, which measures the proportion of oxygen in the fuel, effectively putting him out of the race.

Bruce Anstey:

"I'm obviously disappointed as I was feeling quite confident today. What happened is no one's fault and something that cannot be legislated for. I did a couple of practice laps in the afternoon on my 'stock GSX-R1000, so fingers crossed we can have a good day tomorrow."

Philip Neill - Team Principal:

"The TT so far has been a roller-coaster for us: we are either on top on nowhere at the minute, and this place is all about overcoming the gremlins. We have put in a big effort, so now we deserve a bit of good fortune. I'm a bit disappointed after today as I felt we had a very good chance of success on the GSX-R1000 Superbike. Bruce was forced to retire, but we have Tuesday's races to look forward too now and Bruce should be right up there challenging in both."