Tributes paid to Waterford cyclist (25) who died in France
Tomás Walsh (25) was in France to watch the Tour de France when the incident occurred in a metro station in Paris on Monday morning.
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Full details of how Mr Walsh died remain unclear, but it is understood that Mr Walsh may have fallen onto live wires at the station.
In a statement, Comeragh Cycling Club said they learned of Mr Walsh's death 'with great sadness' and that their 'clubmate and young friend has lost his life' in France.
They continued: 'We're truly shattered by this news and extend our sincerest condolences to all his family and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.'
Altitude Cycling Repairs added: "Everyone in Altitude is deeply saddened to hear of the death of Tomás Walsh. Tomás was one of a golden group of talented cyclists who happened to converge through their membership of Comeragh Cycling Club and through which great friendships were formed.
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'His death is deeply felt by everyone here and we extend our deepest sympathy to Bernie and Frank and to Tomás' sisters and his family and friends.'
Mr Walsh is survived by his parents, Frank and Bernie and sisters.
A spokesperson for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade said that they are 'aware of the case' and are providing consular assistance.
'As with all consular cases, the Department does not comment on the details of individual cases,' the spokesperson noted.
Mr Walsh's funeral arrangements are yet to be announced.
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