Motorbike racer Lewis O'Regan was killed in an accident during qualifying for the Isle of Man Grand Prix.
The famous racer was reportedly riding an MV Agusta F3 on Sunday when the accident occurred. TMZ.
“It is with great sadness that the organisers of the Manx Grand Prix can confirm that Louis O'Regan (aged 43) has died from injuries sustained in an accident at Cates Cottage at the start of qualifying for the 2024 event,” Manx Grand Prix organisers said in a statement. Manx Grand Prix He was injured in the accident on the Manx Grand Prix's 37.73-mile (60-kilometer) circuit, the Manx Grand Prix (MGP) said in a statement on its website on Sunday. CNN.
We are deeply saddened to announce that Louis O'Regan has passed away following an accident in today's qualifying session.
Our deepest condolences go out to Louis' partner, family, loved ones and friends. pic.twitter.com/2BEtvQ52vG
— Manx Grand Prix (@ManxGrandPrix) August 18, 2024
The Manx Grand Prix paid tribute to the famous rider in mourning: “Louis, an Irishman from Didcot, England, was a seasoned Manx Grand Prix rider who made his debut in the Newcomers A race in 2013, finishing 12th,” the group wrote.
“He recorded his best lap speed in the 2019 junior race, averaging 114.7 laps per hour.”
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Lewis O'Regan. Pictured here playing my favorite quarterback. My condolences to his family, friends and team. May Lewis rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/SzkvqQAlxa
— iomTTpics (@iomttpics) August 19, 2024
News of the tragedy quickly spread online, with fans and friends taking to social media to mourn his sudden passing. Members of the racing community shared words of tribute to O'Regan's skill and dedication to the sport while mourning the tragic news.
Further details of the horrific accident have not been released and it is not clear what injuries Mr O'Regan suffered.
Sadly, this fatal accident is not the first to strike the Manx Grand Prix: Gary Vines was killed in an accident aged 33 during the first qualifying round of the 2023 event. According to MGP statement. Ian Bambridge died during the qualifying rounds that same year, but the organization saidHe was 69 years old. (Related article: Popular comedian from “America's Got Talent” dies in hit-and-run accident)
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