Motorcycle club names rider killed in Skerries 100 accident

John O’Donovan has been named as the rider that was killed in an accident at the Skerries 100 road race last weekend. 

This has been confirmed by the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, which released a statement on Monday evening. 

O’Donovan tragically lost his life after suffering an accident in the Junior Support race, which followed the Open Superbike class, where Michael Dunlop won the opening race of the category.

The statement from the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club was released on its social media account, which said: 

“The Committee and Members of the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club are deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of competitor #136, John O’Donovan, following an incident during the Junior Support race at the Skerries 100,” the statement read.

“At this incredibly difficult time, our heartfelt condolences are with John’s wife Valerie, his children Sean, Libby and Emily, his extended family, his many friends, and all of his club mates in the West Cork Motorcycle Club.

“The loss of such an experienced and respected rider will be felt throughout the close-knit road racing community.

“Today, that community mourns together, as John was a passionate competitor who was greatly respected. His contribution to the sport will not be soon forgotten.

“On behalf of everyone at the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, we extend our deepest sympathies to the O’Donovan family and ask that their privacy be respected as they come to terms with this devastating loss.

“May John rest in peace.”

O’Donovan’s passing comes only a matter of days after James Walsh lost his life following a crash at the Tandragee 100 event. Walsh had been victorious in the Junior Support race, but was airlifted to hospital after suffering his accident in the Senior Support race.

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