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The viewing area where eight spectators were hurt in a serious incident during the opening Isle of Man TT practice on Monday will remain closed
Following a serious incident during the opening Isle of Man TT practice on Monday, the viewing area where eight spectators were injured will remain closed for the entirety of this year’s event after a safety review. The crash on Monday afternoon involved a bike entering a fan area, causing injuries to spectators. One competitor and eight spectators were taken to the hospital, with two spectators still receiving treatment. The decision to close the viewing area for the rest of the event was made as part of a comprehensive safety review and precautionary measure. Organizers have emphasized their commitment to ensuring the safety of everyone involved in the event and have implemented immediate measures based on the incident investigation. Despite the unfortunate incident, the TT activities are scheduled to continue with an evening practice session set for Tuesday at 6:30pm local time. The event organizers have expressed gratitude towards the swift and professional response of marshals, medical teams, emergency services, and hospital personnel.
