A competitor has died after a crash during the opening qualifying session of the 2024 Manx Grand Prix on Sunday, organisers have confirmed.
Irish rider Louis O’Regan died of his injuries after crashing at Kate’s Cottage on the mountain section of the 37.73-mile (60km) course at about 16:50 BST.
The 43-year-old, who lived in Didcot in England, made his debut at the event in 2013, finishing 12th in the Newcomers A Race that year.
The opening qualifying session was not restarted following the red flag incident.
The organisers statement said: “With great sadness, the organisers of the Manx Grand Prix can confirm that Louis O’Regan, 43, has died following injuries sustained in an accident at Kate’s Cottage during the opening qualifying session of the 2024 event.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to Louis’s partner Sarah, his family, loved ones, and friends.”
