Cycling chiefs criticised for response to Fin Tarling’s death: ‘This simply cannot happen’
Cycling team managers are criticizing the UCI for failing to implement adequate safety measures following the death of 19-year-old rider Fin Tarling. Tarling was killed during a race in Portugal after colliding with a vehicle on a closed course, prompting calls for stricter oversight and a reduction in the professional racing calendar.
Why it matters
The incident highlights critical safety failures in professional cycling and raises questions about the governing body's accountability in protecting athletes.
Finlay Tarling competes in a race in France in May this year. Stock Photo/Alamy Live News. Finlay Tarling competes in a race in France in May this year. Stock Photo/Alamy Live News. Cycling Cycling chiefs criticised for response to Fin Tarling’s death: ‘This simply cannot happen’ Richard Plugge criticises UCI for its lack of action
‘Riders must be certain they can race on a safe course’
Prefer the Guardian on Google Richard Plugge, the manager of the two-time Tour de France winner, Jonas Vingegaard, has criticised cycling’s governing body, the UCI, for a lack of action following the death of the teenage rider Fin Tarling 10 days ago and said cycling’s leading teams should take responsibility for ensuring safety in races.
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