Niall Mackenzie has road to Knockhill named in his honour

The main drive into the venue, from the A823, will now be known as "Mackenzie Drive" after Niall Mackenzie, a three-time British Superbike champion.

He was joined by his son, Taylor, circuit owner, Jillian Shedden, and director of events, Stuart Gray, at an unveiling ceremony on Monday.

Niall, who is the president of the Knockhill Motor Sports Club, has been recognised by Scotland's national motorsport centre to mark a four-decade connection with the circuit.

Niall Mackenzie said he was honoured by the recognition. (Image: Knockhill Racing Circuit.)

The 62-year-old, who also competed in Grand Prix riding, won the British Superbike Championship in successive years from 1996 to 1998, and both of his sons, Taylor and Tarran, the latter of whom competes in the World Superbike Championship, went on to follow him into the sport.

Niall, who hosts track days at Knockhill and is on hand to support the next generation of Scottish bike racing talent, said he was "shocked, surprised, speechless, honoured and proud" of the recognition, commenting: "The very existence of Knockhill paved the way for my fantastic life, never mind the incredible fun and memories over the past 40 years with you guys.

"The family is blown away and chuffed to bits with ‘Mackenzie Drive’ so this really is the icing on the cake."

In remarks to Niall, Ms Shedden said that it was Knockhill's "pleasure" to name the road after him, and that it was "a small token to thank you for all you have done for us and to mark the amazing achievements of all of the Mackenzie family."

Knockhill, who are celebrating their 50th anniversary this year, renamed Duffus Dip, the track's first right-hander, McRae Corner in 2022.

That marked the legacy of members of the McRae family, including the late 1995 world rally champion, Colin, and his father, Jimmy, and brother Alister, both of whom are former British Rally Championship winners.