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Young Cyclist Finlay Tarling Dies in Race Crash
14 Aug
Summary
- Cyclist Finlay Tarling tragically passed away at 19.
- His accident occurred during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal.
- The race was neutralised following the serious incident.
Nineteen-year-old British cyclist Finlay Tarling has tragically died following a serious accident during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal race. The incident led to the neutralisation of the stage, with organizers expressing deep sorrow and extending condolences to Tarling's family and team.
Tarling, who rode for the NSN Development Team, was a promising talent and the younger brother of professional cyclist Joshua Tarling. He had represented Great Britain in both road and track cycling and had secured several strong results earlier in the 2025 season, including a second-place finish in the Tour du Rwanda and a third in the British National Time Trial Championships.
The racing organization confirmed the serious accident occurred between Melgaco and Fafe. The podium ceremony scheduled in Fafe was cancelled as a mark of respect. Further information was expected to be released as conditions permitted.
