'Fury' at Tarling death as cycling union calls for better helmets
The cyclists' union expresses "fury" over the death of British rider Fin Tarling during Friday's stage of the Volta a Portugal.
British cyclist Fin Tarling, 19, died during Friday's stage of the Volta a Portugal after colliding with a non-racing vehicle. Cyclists' union CPA president Adam Hansen expressed deep anger over the tragedy, calling for improved helmet safety as speeds in the sport surge. "We are speechless and filled with anger," Harris said on social media.
Tarling, a member of the younger generation of British racers, had finished strongly in a time trial days before his fatal crash. The sport has seen a rise in fatalities as lycra-clad competitors reach near 60mph on descents. In response to Tarling's death, organizers are contemplating a tribute at the Tour of Britain, set to start on September 2.
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