TT 2016: Sidecar driver Ian Bell killed in crash
Experienced Sidecar driver Ian Bell has sadly died following a crash at Ballaspur in the second Sidecar race at the Isle of Man TT on Friday.
The 58-year-old from Northumberland made his debut at the event in 1995, winning the newcomers trophy, and has finished on the podium five times during his career, claiming a prized race victory in 2003.
A statement issued by ACE Events on Friday evening said: “ACU Events Ltd regrets to announce that sidecar driver Ian Bell, 58, from Bedlington, Northumberland was killed following an accident at Ballaspur during today’s Sidecar Race 2 at the Isle of Man TT Races. Ian was competing with his son Carl who was reported to be uninjured.
“Ian, a motorcycle dealer, was married to Trudi and had two children.
“ACU Events Ltd wishes to pass on their deepest sympathy to Ian’s family and friends.”