Feb 8 • 22:03 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Motorcycle racer dies after accident during 'Rally Cuesta' in Botucatu

Motorcycle racer Francine Rossi died following a severe accident during the 21st Rally Cuesta in Botucatu, Brazil.

Motorcycle racer Francine Rossi tragically lost his life on Sunday (8) after a serious accident during the 21st Rally Cuesta, which took place in Botucatu, São Paulo. This rally marked the kickoff of the Campeonato Brasileiro de Rally Baja and began on Friday (6) with the final stage held on Sunday. Rossi was attended to by the medical team on-site and was resuscitated before being transported to a private hospital via a mobile Intensive Care Unit (UTI). Unfortunately, despite the medical attention, Rossi suffered a cardiac arrest shortly after arriving at the hospital and could not be revived. The details surrounding the circumstances of the accident remain unclear. The organizers of the Rally Cuesta and the Brazilian Confederation of Motorcycling publicly expressed their condolences on social media, which highlights the tragic loss felt within the motorcycle racing community. This incident raises concerns about the safety measures in place during such high-stakes competitions, underscoring the risks competitors face. As investigations may unfold regarding the factors leading to the accident, it also reflects a broader discussion on the responsibilities of event organizers in ensuring rider safety. The event's reputation and future may also be impacted as this tragedy casts a shadow over what is meant to be a thrilling motorsport event, prompting calls for thorough reviews of safety protocols in the future.

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