James Walsh dies after road racing accident at Tandragee 100

James Walsh has tragically died in hospital after suffering an accident at last weekend’s Tandragee 100 road race. 

Walsh, who was victorious in the Junior Support race, was airlifted to hospital after suffering his accident in the Senior Support race.

Walsh is the first rider to have lost his life at the Tandragee 100 since 2017, when Italian rider Dario Cecconi passed away. This is sadly the second road racing death to occur since the final week of May, after Daniel Ingham lost his life following an accident at the Isle of Man TT. 

A statement from the North Armagh Motorcycle & Car Club read:

“[It] is with profound sadness that we confirm James Walsh has passed away in hospital after being airlifted from the event last Saturday. We are completely heartbroken by this tragic loss, and our entire club is mourning a truly valued member of our racing community.

“Road racing is a sport built on shared passion and tight bonds, which makes a loss like this resonate deeply with every rider, official, and fan. Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies are with his partner Claire, his Mom Geraldine, the rest of his family, friends, and his own club members during this incredibly devastating time.

“We want to express our immense gratitude to the MCUI UC Medical Team, the air ambulance crew, and the medical staff who fought so hard to save him. Out of respect for his family as they navigate this immense grief, we ask everyone to respect their privacy and allow them the time and space they need.”

This news comes after the Tandragee 100 saw Michael Dunlop add more race wins to his ever-growing tally of victories on the Irish road racing scene, with the all-time TT record holder now at 135 wins in his career.

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