Tragic news as rider dies following red flag incident involving two competitors in qualifying at Manx Grand Prix

A rider has died following an incident in qualifying at the Manx Grand Prix on Tuesday evening.

A second competitor involved in the same red flag incident at Cruickshanks in Ramsey sustained minor injuries.

One rider has died following a red flag incident in qualifying at the Manx Grand Prix on Tuesdayplaceholder image
One rider has died following a red flag incident in qualifying at the Manx Grand Prix on Tuesday

A statement issued by the Manx Grand Prix on Tuesday night said: “On the first lap of the second qualifying session of the 2026 Manx Grand Prix Races, an incident occurred at Cruickshanks, Ramsey involving two competitors. The session was immediately red flagged.

“It is with profound sadness that the Manx Grand Prix Races confirms that one competitor sustained fatal injuries. A second competitor was reported as having sustained minor injuries, and is receiving treatment at Nobles Hospital.

“In accordance with the event’s standard operating procedures, a multi-agency investigative process is now underway.

“The Manx Grand Prix Races would like to thank the marshals, medical teams, emergency services, Manx Care and all personnel that supported with the response to today’s incident. Our thoughts are with the competitors, family and friends of those involved, who have asked for privacy at this time.

“A further update will be issued in due course.”

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