Storm Stacey will return to the Briggs Equipment North West 200 in 2027, racing for Michael Laverty's GRYD BMW team alongside Glenn Irwin. The 23-year-old from Staffordshire confirmed his entry during a visit to Portrush. The event is scheduled for 10-15 May 2027 on the Triangle circuit linking Portrush, Portstewart and Coleraine.

Stacey made his debut at the 2026 meeting, winning the CP Hire Superstock race against Michael Dunlop and setting a new lap record. He then won the feature Superbike race, ending Irwin's run of 12 consecutive Superbike victories at the event. He said he believed no newcomer had won two North West 200 races since 1955.

Stacey said he was looking forward to racing alongside Irwin, stating that he gets on well with him and expects to learn from his experience of the circuit. He added that once the race starts, each rider will be racing his own race.

Irwin will be seeking to regain his Superbike dominance, while Dunlop remains a competitor. Stacey said he was a strong admirer of BMW machinery, which he rode in 2026, and believes it is the right bike for the event.

North West 200 race director Mervyn Whyte described Stacey's 2026 performances as among the most impressive newcomer displays in many years and said his return with a Northern Ireland team was a boost for the event. Further announcements about the 2027 meeting are expected.