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'Technical logistics' could halt 'virtual TT' plans

Government looking at entertainment options for fans

There were whispers, some weeks ago now, of some sort of 'online TT' event, involving the Island's e-sports sector.

Following the cancellation of this year's festival, Enterprise Minister Laurence Skelly said his department was looking at hosting a 'virtual' competition, in lieu of the real thing.

He said representatives were working with businesses in the e-gaming sector to provide a type of online replacement, to keep fans entertained, after the success of the TT video games.

However, a fortnight later, the proposals don't appear to have progressed.

Mr Skelly spoke to Dollin Mercer:

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