Northern Irish rider dies after Isle of Man TT crash

The 2022 Isle of Man TT races claimed a third life on Monday when Northern Irish rider Davy Morgan was killed in a crash during the first Supersport race of the event.

Organisers said the 52-year-old veteran, making his 80th TT start since his debut in 2002, suffered a fatal accident on the third and final lap on the mountain section of the course.

French sidecar passenger Olivier Lavorel, 35, died last Saturday and British Supersport rider Mark Purslow, 29, on Wednesday.

There have been 263 fatalities to date in the TT races, Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT held on the island's public roads since 1907.

The TT races are being held again after a two-year absence due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the longest break for the event since World War Two.

It is with a heavy heart that the Isle of Man TT Races can confirm the loss of Davy Morgan following an incident on the final lap of the first Supersport Race of the TT 2022. We extend our deepest sympathy to Davy's partner Trudy, his family, loved ones, and friends. pic.twitter.com/dq7jDizhkG