Josh Tarling abandons Vuelta a España on stage six
Welsh rider finished third on stage one in Monaco
Josh Tarling withdrew from the Vuelta a España during the early stages of stage six on Thursday. The Welsh cyclist had started the Spanish Grand Tour just over a week prior, on Saturday, following his brother Finlay's tragic death after being struck by a non-race driver during the Volta a Portugal. Tarling's performance on the opening day's time trial in Monaco was commendable, finishing third just four seconds behind the race winner, Tadej Pogačar.
Prior to the race, Tarling's parents, Dawn and Michael, announced on Instagram that he would be participating in the Vuelta in honor of his brother Fin, with the full support of his family. The family expressed pride in Tarling's love and support for Fin, with Fin being particularly proud of his brother. In the wake of the devastating news, Tarling has been an incredible source of strength for his family.
A GoFundMe page created to raise funds for young Welsh riders in Finlay's memory has already exceeded £90,000 in contributions within less than two weeks.
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