Update On Incident during Pre-TT Classic Road Races

Following an incident at Billown Dip during the 850cc Classic Practice on Friday evening, involving two competitors and two course marshals, the Southern 100 MCRC, organisers of the Blackford’s Pre-TT Classic Road Races, are able to issue the following details:

Unfortunately, local rider Dean Martin died as a result of his injuries, the other rider involved, Jamie O’Brien from Liverpool is described as serious but stable.

One course marshal suffered head injuries - both he and Jamie O’Brien have been flown to Aintree Hospital in Liverpool for further treatment.

The second course marshal, a retired competitor, has ankle and shoulder injuries.


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