A motorcyclist died and a fellow rider and a course marshal were flown to hospital after a crash at the pre-TT races on the Isle of Man. Organisers Southern 100 Racing said Dean Martin, 58, was killed in the collision on the Billown course during the 850cc Classic practice session on Friday evening. Martin, from Santon, Isle of Man, was a long-time competitor on the Billown course on classic and modern machines and leaves a partner, Hilary, they added. In a statement, the organisers said: “Southern 100 Racing extends it sincere condolences to family, relatives and friends at this very sad time. Southern 100 Racing said O’Brien was in a serious but stable condition at Aintree hospital in Liverpool.

Source: The Guardian May 28, 2016 13:07 UTC