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There has been fury in the MotoGP paddock at the circumstances that led to the death of FIM Stock European Championship leader Borja Gomez at Magny-Cours during last weekend’s JuniorGP meeting
There has been outrage in the MotoGP paddock at the German Grand Prix over the circumstances leading to the death of Borja Gomez during the JuniorGP meeting at Magny-Cours, with concerns raised about the lack of marshals and medical staff present.
Gomez, the FIM Stock European Championship leader, tragically died after being hit by another rider’s machine in a gravel trap at Magny-Cours following a crash during a practice session.
Eyewitnesses reported that multiple crashes occurred due to track contamination at the Nurburgring chicane, with a significant delay in medical help reaching Gomez and other fallen riders.
Reports indicate that there were no flag marshals at the event, and rider signals were controlled by LED light panels, raising questions about safety protocols and response time.
The delay in medical assistance reaching Gomez and the fallen riders has sparked criticism and concern among riders and officials in the paddock.
The incident at Magny-Cours has underscored the importance of proper safety measures and quick medical response in motorcycle racing events, highlighting the need for thorough review and improvement in protocols to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
