British cyclist Finlay Tarling, 19, died after a collision during the Volta a Portugal, and his NSN team has withdrawn from the remaining stages of the race.
Key facts
- Finlay Tarling, a 19-year-old British rider, died on Friday.
- He was reportedly involved in a head-on collision with a vehicle unconnected with the event.
- His team, NSN Development, withdrew from the remaining stages on Saturday.
- Tarling was the younger brother of Ineos rider Josh Tarling.
Finlay Tarling’s team, NSN, has withdrawn from the remaining stages of the Volta a Portugal following the death of the 19-year-old British cyclist, according to the BBC.
The Guardian reported that the NSN Development team pulled out on Saturday, the day after Tarling died in an accident during the race on Friday.
Tarling was reportedly involved in a head-on collision with a vehicle that was unconnected with the event and travelling in the opposite direction, according to the Guardian.
In a message reflecting on the loss, the team said, “We will continue to hold Fin in our hearts,” as reported by the Guardian.
Tarling was the younger brother of the Ineos rider Josh Tarling, the Guardian noted.
The BBC reported that riders paid tribute as the Volta a Portugal resumed following Tarling’s death, while his own team stepped away from the competition.
Why it matters
The death of a young rider during a professional race is a stark reminder of the dangers cyclists face on open roads. The withdrawal of Tarling's team and the tributes from fellow competitors underline the impact of the loss across the cycling community.
Frequently asked questions
How did Finlay Tarling die?
According to the Guardian, Tarling was reportedly involved in a head-on collision with a vehicle unconnected with the event that was travelling in the opposite direction during the race on Friday.
Did the Volta a Portugal continue after his death?
Yes. The BBC reported that riders paid tribute as the Volta a Portugal resumed, while Tarling's own NSN team withdrew from the remaining stages.
Was Finlay Tarling related to another professional cyclist?
Yes. The Guardian reported that he was the younger brother of the Ineos rider Josh Tarling.