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Fraser Watson

Isle of Man TT hit by second tragedy as Olivier Lavorel dies after sidecar crash

French competitor Olivier Lavorel has been killed following a crash at the 2022 Isle of Man TT races.

During the first sidecar race, Lavorel, 35, was involved in a racing incident at Ago's Leap during the opening lap. Event organisers have confirmed that driver Cesar Chanel remains in a critical condition having been airlifted to Aintree Hospital in Liverpool.

In a released statement, organisers said: "The Isle of Man TT Races pass on their deepest sympathy to Olivier's family, friends and loved ones, and our thoughts and best wishes are with Cesar at this time."

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