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British cyclist Finlay Tarling has died aged 19 after an accident during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal.<\/b><\/p>\n
Tarling, the younger brother of Netcompany-Ineos rider Josh, had raced for Great Britain on the road and track.<\/p>\n
In a statement provided to local media, Major Tiago Machado of the National Republican Guard said there had been “a collision between the cyclist and a light goods vehicle” and that an investigation was under way.<\/p>\n
The Welshman was competing for the NSN Development Team when the incident occurred on the 166.8km route from Melgaco to Fafe.<\/p>\n
In a statement, NSN said: “We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal today.<\/p>\n
“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.<\/p>\n
“Our deepest condolences go out to Fin’s parents Michael and Dawn, his brother Josh, and everyone who was lucky enough to call Fin a friend.”<\/p>\n
In a post on X, the race organisers and the Portuguese Cycling Federation expressed their “most heartfelt condolences to the family of Finlay Tarling, to his team-mates, to the NSN Development Team, and to all his friends and loved ones”.<\/p>\n
It added that the racing was stopped and the scheduled podium ceremony would not take place as a sign of “respect and mourning”.<\/p>\n
Portuguese president Antonio Jose Seguro added that Tarling’s death had “plunged the peloton, the tournament and the host nation into mourning”.<\/p>\n
British Cycling’s performance director Stephen Park, added: “All of us at British Cycling are heartbroken to learn of the tragic passing of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal.<\/p>\n
“Fin was a talented rider with a fantastic future ahead of him, a loyal teammate and an all-round brilliant young man.<\/p>\n
“Our deepest sympathies are with his parents and brother, Josh at this tragic time.”<\/p>\n
World governing body the UCI added on X: “The UCI is deeply saddened by the tragic death of British rider Finlay Tarling, who passed away following a serious accident during today’s eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal.<\/p>\n
“The UCI extends its deepest condolences to Finlay’s family, friends, and team-mates.”<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Welsh Cycling added: “We at Beicio Cymru are absolutely devastated to hear the news of Fin Tarling’s passing today while competing at the Volta in Portugal. <\/p>\n
“Fin was an incredible athlete, role model, friend, brother and son. We send our love and deepest condolences to Mike, Dawn and Josh at this incredibly difficult time.<\/p>\n
“Rest in peace, Fin. You were incredible, and we will always remember you.”<\/p>\n
The Volta a Portugal got under way in Lisbon on 5 August and is raced over 10 stages, concluding in Porto on 16 August.<\/p>\n
Tarling looked to be following in the footsteps of his older brother Josh as a time trial specialist. <\/p>\n
He finished in third in the under-23 men’s individual time trial at the British Championships in June and competed in the Tour of Britain just under 12 months ago.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n