MOTORBIKE racer Joey den Besten has died in a crash at the IRRC Superbike race.
The 30-year-old crashed after losing control of his bike during the formation lap for the Imatranajo race on Sunday.
Race organisers paid tribute to the racer in a short statement that reads: “Our most heartfelt condolences to the family and fellow riders. He will be missed.”
Fans have also honoured Den Besten with kind words following his untimely death.
One wrote: “God Bless Joey. A terrible incident. My thoughts go to his immediate family and friends.”
Another added: “Awful news, thoughts are with his family and friends at the very difficult time 🙏🏻”
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A third said: “Sorry for the loss , God speed 🙏”
Another commented: “Rip Joey. Talented and fast rider. 😢”
Den Besten was a two-time world champion in the IRCC Supersport 600 category, tasting success in 2014 and 2017.
Police are reportedly investigating the incident and an update is expected this week.
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It comes just days after 18-year-old Dilano van’t Hoff died after being involved in an accident at the Spa racing track in Belgium.
A minute’s silence was held prior to today’s Formula 2 action in Austria in tribute to Van’t Hoff.
Source: Motorsport - thesun.co.uk
