MotoGP Rider Luis Salom Killed In Tragic Barcelona Crash
Moto2 rider Luis Salom has passed away after crashing heavily in a Free Practice session at Circuit de Catalunya today
After crashing heavily at turn 12 during MotoGP Free Practice at the Circuit de Catalunya, Moto2 rider Luis Salom has sadly passed away. Medical cars and a helicopter were dispatched to the scene immediately and Salom was taken to a nearby hospital and operated on, before succumbing to his injuries at 1655pm local time.
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The Spanish rider scored nine wins in the Moto3 series before graduating to Moto2 in 2014. At the time of his death, he was racing for the SAG Team.
RIP Luis.
Growing up on a diet of World Rally Championship highlights and lengthy Gran Turismo 2 sessions, a life in cars was as good as inevitable for Matt.
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Such sad news. Can’t quite believe it 😢
DEP Luis
Rip Luis.
Race In Peace Luis.
Any footage from the actual crash?
Only one I could find
https://youtu.be/D3CO3VzKV-g
Race in paradise Luis :(
Horrendous news, great rider with a bright future. RIP Luis!
R.I.P :’(
RIP Luis :( one of my favorite Moto2 riders
RIP Luis
Too soon! Rest easy Luis