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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RIP Luis😢
RIP Luis🛫🛬
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Very sad today in the world of MotoGP. Rest in Peace Luis
Race in peace 😔
Still can’t believe it :’(
RIP Luis
God, please give him back and take Lorenzo/Marquez instead. Amen.
I’d rather have no one dieing, but that’s just me
Eeerm no, just let him take Bieber already, nobody likes him
Another reminder Motorsports are dangerous and these racers are putting their life at risk. Just gives up more respect for these guys.
RIP Luis.
Racing in MotoGP has it’s risks, there’s no denying that.
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Aw man, once again a reminder that the risk is real