Francine Rossi, a 48-year-old motorcycle pilot, was involved in a fatal accident during the 21st Rally Cuesta in Botucatu, São Paulo, on Sunday, October 8. Following the accident, Rossi received immediate medical attention and was transported via a mobile Intensive Care Unit to a hospital, where he unfortunately suffered a cardiac arrest and did not survive. His death has elicited a profound response from the local community and the motorsport world.

In the wake of this tragic incident, Rossi’s body was taken to his hometown of São Sebastião do Paraíso in Minas Gerais for wake and burial, which were attended by numerous mourners. The official wake took place at the City Hall, starting at 6 AM, followed by the burial at the local cemetery at 2:30 PM on Monday, October 9. Rossi’s family and friends are grieving the loss of a prominent figure in the motorcycle racing community, and the local government has declared three days of official mourning.

Rossi was competing in the final stage of the rally, which commenced on October 6; however, the specific circumstances surrounding the accident remain unclear as the competition organization has not released further details. This incident raises concerns over safety measures in motorsport events, highlighting the risks that participants face during such high-speed competitions. Rossi was well-known and respected in the racing community, and his untimely death has prompted discussions about improving safety protocols in similar events to prevent future incidents.