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Tom Phillis Collection

Tom Phillis was a legendary motorcycle racer who left an indelible mark on the world of motorsports

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Honda) 1960 Lightweight TT

Tom Phillis (Honda) 1960 Lightweight TT
Aussie world champion Tom Phillis (Honda) at Quarter Bridge: 1960 Lightweight TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Mike Hailwood and Tom Phillis (Honda) 1961 Lightweight TT

Mike Hailwood and Tom Phillis (Honda) 1961 Lightweight TT
Mike Hailwood and Tom Phillis (Honda) in the winning enclosure, 1961 Lightweight TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Winners enclosure; 1961 Senior TT

Winners enclosure; 1961 Senior TT
Left to right; Tom Phillis (Norton domiracer, third) Mike Hailwood, winner and runner up Bob McIntyre (Norton). Congratulating Mike is Rem Fower, winner of the 1907 Twin cylinder TT, also on a Norton

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Hondas first TT win

Hondas first TT win
June 12, 1961. Mike Hailwood, Luigi Taveri and Tom Phillis relax in the winners enclosure after totally dominating the Ultra Lightweight race. Honda have won over 200 TT races since that June day

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: The Domiracer

The Domiracer
No one expected the speed and reliability of Doug Heles works development Domiracer twin. Turning laps at over the ton, Tom Phillis fiished third behind Mike Hailwood

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Senior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Senior TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1958 Junior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1958 Junior TT
Aussie Tom Phillis (Norton) 1958 Junior TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1958 Senior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1958 Senior TT
Aussie ace Tom Phillis (Norton) at White Gates, in practice for the 1958 Senior TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Dickie Dale (AJS) and Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Dickie Dale (AJS) and Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Eric Hinton and Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Eric Hinton and Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix
Aussies Eric Hinton and Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior TT
Aussie Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: The winners; 1962 Ultra Lightweight TT

The winners; 1962 Ultra Lightweight TT
Tommy Robb (2nd), Luigi Taveri (winner) and Tom Phillis relax after the 1962 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1961 Junior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1961 Junior TT
Tom Phillis (Norton) at Signpost Corner; 1961 Junior TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1961 Senior TT

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1961 Senior TT
Tom Phillis (Norton) at Governors Bridge; 1961 Senior TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Honda) 1962 Lightweight TT

Tom Phillis (Honda) 1962 Lightweight TT
Tom Phillis (Honda) at Quarter Bridge; 1962 Lightweight TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Honda) 1962 Junior TT

Tom Phillis (Honda) 1962 Junior TT
Tom Phillis (Honda) at Quarter Bridge; 1962 Junior TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Honda) 1962 Ultra Lightweight TT

Tom Phillis (Honda) 1962 Ultra Lightweight TT
Tom Phillis (Honda) on Glencrutchery Road; 1962 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Honda) 1960 Ultra Lightweight TT

Tom Phillis (Honda) 1960 Ultra Lightweight TT
Tom Phillis (Honda) leaves Governors Bridge; 1960 Ultra Lightweight TT

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix
Australian Tom Phillis (Norton) 1959 Junior Ulster Grand Prix

Background imageTom Phillis Collection: Tom Phillis (Honda) 1961 Lightweight TT

Tom Phillis (Honda) 1961 Lightweight TT
Tom Phillis (Honda) at Quarter Bridge, 1961 Lightweight TT


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Tom Phillis was a legendary motorcycle racer who left an indelible mark on the world of motorsports. Born with a passion for speed, he fearlessly took to the tracks and etched his name in history. In 1958, riding for Norton, Tom Phillis showcased his exceptional skills by clinching victory in both the Junior and Senior TT races. This triumph marked the beginning of a remarkable career that would see him become one of the most revered names in racing. The following year, Phillis switched gears and joined Honda, where he continued to dominate. In 1959, he secured another win at the Senior TT aboard a Norton bike before embarking on an incredible journey with Honda. It was during this time that he formed an iconic partnership with Mike Hailwood. Together, Hailwood and Phillis made history at the Lightweight TT race in 1960 when they rode their Honda machines to victory. This momentous win not only marked Hondas first-ever triumph at the prestigious event but also solidified their status as formidable competitors. Phillis' prowess extended beyond just road racing; he excelled on various circuits around the globe. At events like the Ulster Grand Prix and Junior TT races, his skillful maneuvers earned him podium finishes alongside esteemed racers such as Dickie Dale and Eric Hinton. In 1961, Tom Phillis once again stood atop the winners' enclosure at Isle of Man's Senior TT race – a testament to his unwavering determination and talent. His achievements were not limited to one particular class or category; instead, they spanned across multiple divisions throughout his illustrious career. Phillis' legacy lives on through motorcycles like "The Domiracer, " which pays homage to his extraordinary achievements. Even after leaving us too soon due to a tragic accident in Germany later that year (1962), Tom Phillis remains an icon whose impact continues to inspire generations of racers.