Rider 'nearly hit' by car on day one of Tour of Britain Women
Australian rider Maeve Plouffe says she narrowly avoided being hit by a car during the first stage of the Tour Of Britain Women.
Australian cyclist Maeve Plouffe claimed to have narrowly escaped a car on the inaugural day of the Tour of Britain Women. The incident occurred on a roundabout while she was attempting to catch up to the main group after a flat tire. Plouffe, a member of the British Continental team O Shea Red Chilli Bikes, revealed her experience on Instagram, expressing her concern over such a close call so soon after the tragic death of fellow rider Fin Tarling.
The 27-year-old cyclist felt more secure once the protective moto escort arrived, but the recent events in cycling left her troubled by the potential consequences. Following Plouffe's statement, Jonathan Day, the events director of British Cycling Ventures, acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and reassured all involved parties of their commitment to rider safety.
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