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One of the longest-running road racing motorcycle events in the world is at the same time one of the deadliest for riders taking part. Unfortunately, this year is no exception.
On Monday, 26-year old Scottish rider Adam Lyon was killed following a crash which occurred during the first Supersport TT race at the 2018 Isle of Man TT. The crash took place on the third lap of the race.
This year’s competition Isle of Man was Lyon’s first and the rider was extremely excited to taking part in what he considered to be a dream come true.
For the race he died in, Lyon qualified in 24th place, clocking a top speed of 122.636 mph on the opening lap (197.363 km/h).
The rider’s most noteworthy achievements were the 11th position in the second Supersport race at the Ulster Grand Prix in 2017. He also finished sixth in the 2010 Pirelli National Superstock 600 Championship.
Lyon’s death is the second in less than a week at the famous race. On May 31, 30-year old professional motorcycle rider Dan Kneen died following a crash he was involved in during a practice session. Once again, the organizers of the events, ACU, had to release a statement acknowledging the loss of yet another rider.
“ACU Events Ltd regrets to confirm that Adam Lyon, 26, from Helensburgh in Scotland was killed in an incident during the Supersport 1 Race today at the Isle of Man TT Races,” the organization said.
“The accident occurred at Casey’s, just after the 28th mile of the course, on the 3rd lap of the race. ACU Events Ltd wishes to pass on their deepest sympathy to Adam’s family and friends.”
As said, Isle of Man TT is notorious for claiming lives. Since its inception in 1907, 402 riders have lost their lives. The deadliest year on record was 1970, when 6 riders died on the course.
This year’s competition Isle of Man was Lyon’s first and the rider was extremely excited to taking part in what he considered to be a dream come true.
For the race he died in, Lyon qualified in 24th place, clocking a top speed of 122.636 mph on the opening lap (197.363 km/h).
The rider’s most noteworthy achievements were the 11th position in the second Supersport race at the Ulster Grand Prix in 2017. He also finished sixth in the 2010 Pirelli National Superstock 600 Championship.
Lyon’s death is the second in less than a week at the famous race. On May 31, 30-year old professional motorcycle rider Dan Kneen died following a crash he was involved in during a practice session. Once again, the organizers of the events, ACU, had to release a statement acknowledging the loss of yet another rider.
“ACU Events Ltd regrets to confirm that Adam Lyon, 26, from Helensburgh in Scotland was killed in an incident during the Supersport 1 Race today at the Isle of Man TT Races,” the organization said.
“The accident occurred at Casey’s, just after the 28th mile of the course, on the 3rd lap of the race. ACU Events Ltd wishes to pass on their deepest sympathy to Adam’s family and friends.”
As said, Isle of Man TT is notorious for claiming lives. Since its inception in 1907, 402 riders have lost their lives. The deadliest year on record was 1970, when 6 riders died on the course.
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