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The Star
14 hours ago
- Sport
- The Star
Tragic loss of Gomez casts shadow as Hakim races on
PETALING JAYA: The mood will be sombre for national racer Hakim Danish Ramli during the Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours in France this weekend in the FIM Junior GP following the death of Spanish rider Borja Gomez (pic). The 20-year-old Gomez, who raced in the Stock class, was tragically killed during the testing session on Thursday, where he crashed and was subsequently hit by another rider on track.
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Motorcycling-Spanish rider Gomez dies at 20 after Magny-Cours crash
(Reuters) -Spanish motorcycle rider Borja Gomez has died aged 20 after crashing at the Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours in France, his team Honda Laglisse said. Gomez, who was set to compete in the third round of the FIM Stock European Championship, crashed during a pre-event test on Thursday, with reports in Spanish media saying he was hit by another rider after the crash. "It is with a heavy heart that we regret to announce that Borja Gomez has passed away at the Magny-Cours circuit after a serious accident in the first free practice of the European Stock Championship," Team Laglisse said in a statement. "Beyond his exceptional talent as a driver, we will remember Borja as the great person he was. His sympathy and his smile will be everlasting. We will always carry him in our hearts." Gomez competed in two seasons of the Moto2 World Championship, racing for Flexbox HP40 in 2022 and Fantic Racing in 2023. (Reporting by Aadi Nair in Bengaluru; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
Straits Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Straits Times
Spanish rider Gomez dies at 20 after Magny-Cours crash
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Spanish motorcycle rider Borja Gomez has died aged 20 after crashing at the Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours in France, his team Honda Laglisse said. Gomez, who was set to compete in the third round of the FIM Stock European Championship, crashed during a pre-event test on Thursday, with reports in Spanish media saying he was hit by another rider after the crash. "It is with a heavy heart that we regret to announce that Borja Gomez has passed away at the Magny-Cours circuit after a serious accident in the first free practice of the European Stock Championship," Team Laglisse said in a statement. "Beyond his exceptional talent as a driver, we will remember Borja as the great person he was. His sympathy and his smile will be everlasting. We will always carry him in our hearts." Gomez competed in two seasons of the Moto2 World Championship, racing for Flexbox HP40 in 2022 and Fantic Racing in 2023. REUTERS
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Borja Gomez dead at 20: Former Moto2 rider dies after horror crash as tributes pour in
Tributes from ex-champions, riders and football clubs came pouring in Crash tragedy Borja Gomez dead at 20: Former Moto2 rider dies after horror crash as tributes pour in Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TRAGEDY has struck the world of motorsport after the death of Borja Gomez at the age of 20. Gomez was involved in a horrific crash in the European Stock Championship earlier today. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Borja Gomez has tragically died in a crash at the European Stock Championship Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 The 20-year-old had been leading the championship following a race win in Jerez last month Credit: Shutterstock Editorial The Spanish speedster, originally from San Javier, had been leading the world championship going into round three at the Magny-Cours circuit in France. It had followed a runner-up result in the season-opener at Estoril and a winner's result at Jerez in the last race at the start of June. However, during Free Practice, he was involved in a fatal collision. It is reported Gomez had gone off track alone, but was then hit by the bike of another oncoming rider. A statement from his team, Team Honda Laglisse, confirmed the heartbreaking news. It said: "With all the pain in our hearts, we regret to announce that Borja Gomez has passed away at the Magny-Cours circuit after a serious accident in the first Free Practice of the European Stock Championship. "Beyond his exceptional talent as a pilot, we will remember Borja as the great person he was. "His kindness and smile will last forever. We will always carry him in our hearts. "On behalf of the whole Team Laglisse, we want to pass on our condolences to all his family and friends in these hard times that they are going through. "We love you, Borja. Rest in peace." Gomez had been a rider in Moto2, and dreamed of returning there one day. He began his career racing in Supermoto in Spain before racing in the 2019 Kawasaki Cup. Gomez then moved on to Superbikes, finishing second in the 2021 season of the Spanish Superbike Championship. A year later, he was once again runner-up for the Cardoso Team. In 2023 he joined Moto2 to compete with Fantic Racing, completing 13 Grand Prix before he had found his way to the FIM Stock European Championship. Former motorcyclist Ivan Moreno paid tribute online, saying: "We are not aware of what motorcycling riders risk day after day. "Just as it gives you glory, sometimes it takes away all your desire for everything. Today is a day of absolute sadness. "My deepest condolences to all of Borja Gómez's family and friends. RIP." Former Moto2 champion and MotoGP rider Tito Rabat said: "Although we think everything will turn out fine, we often forget how unfair and delicate life can be. Goodbye, little friend, rest in peace." Cadiz football club said: "The #CádizCF mourns the passing of the young Spanish driver, 20-year-old Borja Gómez, who lost his life today during training in France at the European Stock Championship." MotoGP journalist Simon Patterson said: "Tragic news: 20-year-old ESBK championship leader and former Moto2 racer Borja Gomez has been killed in a training crash at Magny-Cours. "Deepest condolences to his family, friends, team and fans."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Borja Gomez dead at 20: Former Moto2 rider dies after horror crash as tributes pour in
TRAGEDY has struck the world of motorsport after the death of Borja Gomez at the age of 20. Gomez was involved in a horrific crash in the European Stock Championship earlier today. 2 Borja Gomez has tragically died in a crash at the European Stock Championship Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 The 20-year-old had been leading the championship following a race win in Jerez last month Credit: Shutterstock Editorial The Spanish speedster, originally from San Javier, had been leading the world championship going into round three at the Magny-Cours circuit in France. It had followed a runner-up result in the season-opener at Estoril and a winner's result at Jerez in the last race at the start of June. However, during Free Practice, he was involved in a fatal collision. It is reported Gomez had gone off track alone, but was then hit by the bike of another oncoming rider. READ MORE IN SPORT A statement from his team, Team Honda Laglisse, confirmed the heartbreaking news. It said: "With all the pain in our hearts, we regret to announce that Borja Gomez has passed away at the Magny-Cours circuit after a serious accident in the first Free Practice of the European Stock Championship. "Beyond his exceptional talent as a pilot, we will remember Borja as the great person he was. "His kindness and smile will last forever. We will always carry him in our hearts. Most read in Motorsport "On behalf of the whole Team Laglisse, we want to pass on our condolences to all his family and friends in these hard times that they are going through. "We love you, Borja. Rest in peace." Gomez had been a rider in Moto2, and dreamed of returning there one day. He began his career racing in Supermoto in Spain before racing in the 2019 Kawasaki Cup. Gomez then moved on to Superbikes, finishing second in the 2021 season of the Spanish Superbike Championship. A year later, he was once again runner-up for the Cardoso Team. In 2023 he joined Moto2 to compete with Fantic Racing, completing 13 Grand Prix before he had found his way to the FIM Stock European Championship. Former motorcyclist Ivan Moreno paid tribute online, saying: "We are not aware of what motorcycling riders risk day after day. "Just as it gives you glory, sometimes it takes away all your desire for everything. Today is a day of absolute sadness. "My deepest condolences to all of Borja Gómez's family and friends. RIP." Former Moto2 champion and MotoGP rider Tito Rabat said: "Although we think everything will turn out fine, we often forget how unfair and delicate life can be. Goodbye, little friend, rest in peace." Cadiz football club said: "The #CádizCF mourns the passing of the young Spanish driver, 20-year-old Borja Gómez, who lost his life today during training in France at the European Stock Championship." MotoGP journalist Simon Patterson said: "Tragic news: 20-year-old ESBK championship leader and former Moto2 racer Borja Gomez has been killed in a training crash at Magny-Cours. "Deepest condolences to his family, friends, team and fans."
