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SportsPublished: 15 August 2026 at 07:04

British cyclist Finlay Tarling, 19, dies after serious incident at Volta a Portugal

Teenage British cyclist Finlay Tarling has died following a serious incident during the Volta a Portugal race, organisers say.

Foto: Sky News

Organisers of the Volta a Portugal cycling race have announced the death of 19-year-old British cyclist Finlay Tarling.

The young rider died following a serious incident that occurred during this year's edition of the race. Organisers confirmed his death in an official statement, though further details about the circumstances of the incident have not yet been made public.

Volta a Portugal is one of Portugal's major annual cycling events, drawing competitors from a range of countries.

News of the young cyclist's death has drawn attention within the international cycling community.

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