Meath motorcyclist killed at Isle of Man races

Louise Walsh

An Irish motorcyclist has been killed in the Isle of Man road races

The popular and experienced rider from Co Meath was one of two fatalities from a serious incident during the qualifying session at the Southern 100 event on Tuesday evening.

The incident involved two riders, a marshal and a spectator. It's reported that the marshall was the second fatality.

Organisers made the decision to cancel the remainder of the event on Wednesday afternoon

It said: "The clerk of the course has taken the decision to cancel the remainder of the event due to the ongoing investigations and this continues to be the priority of the organisation.

An earlier statement from the club said: "The Southern 100 can confirm that a serious incident occurred during tonight’s qualifying session on the Billown Course.

The incident involved two riders, a marshal and a spectator and it is with deep sadness that the

Southern 100 regrets to announce that this incident has resulted in two fatalities.

The Southern 100 pass on their deepest sympathy to the families, loved ones, and friends of those involved.

At this time, the club is unable to provide any further details of those involved in the incident and the current focus of the organiser is to support those involved.

The Coroner of Inquests has been informed.