British cyclist Finlay Tarling, 19, dies in serious incident in Volta a Portugal race | UK News

British teenage cyclist Finlay Tarling has died after a serious incident in the Volta a Portugal race, the event’s organisers said.

The 19-year-old, from Wales, was taking part in the cycling race on Friday when he was run over by a car that entered the road, according to local media reports.

Tarling was a time trial specialist who joined the NSN Development Team last year.

His team said: “We are heartbroken to announce the passing ‌of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal today.

“Fin was a much-loved member of our team but most importantly, he was a son, a brother, and a friend to so many. He will be deeply missed.”

Portuguese President Antonio Jose Seguro expressed his condolences, saying Tarling’s death had “plunged the peloton, the tournament and the host nation into mourning”.

The eighth stage of the event was stopped following the incident “as a sign of respect and mourning,” race organisers said.

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In a post on X, they said: “At this moment of profound dismay, the organization of the Volta a Portugal and the Portuguese Cycling Federation express their most heartfelt condolences to the family of Finlay Tarling, to his teammates, to the NSN Development Team, and to all his friends and loved ones.

“In light of this tragic event, the race will be neutralized until reaching Fafe and, as a sign of respect and mourning, the podium ceremony scheduled for today will not take place.”

Tarling was hit by a non-race car driving in the opposite direction, Portugal’s RTP broadcaster reported.

Further details about the incident were not immediately available.

Tarling is the brother of cyclist Josh Tarling, who rides for the UCI WorldTeam Netcompany Ineos.