British cyclist dies in Volta a Portugal accident

British cyclist Finlay Tarling died following an accident that occurred during the eighth stage of the ​Volta a Portugal race, his team said ‌on Friday.
Tarling, 19, was a Welsh time trial specialist who had joined the NSN Development Team last year.

"We are heartbroken ​to announce the passing of Finlay Tarling ​at the Volta a Portugal today," his team ⁠said. "Fin was a much loved member of our ​team but most importantly, he was a son, a ​brother, and a friend to so many. He will be deeply missed."

Race officials said in a statement: "The organisation of the ​Volta a Portugal and the Portuguese Cycling Federation ​express their most heartfelt condolences to the family of Finlay Tarling, ‌to ⁠his teammates, to the NSN Development Team, and to all his friends and loved ones.
"In light of this tragic event, the race will be neutralized until ​reaching Fafe ​and, as ⁠a sign of respect and mourning, the podium ceremony scheduled for today will ​not take place."

Portugal's RTP broadcaster said Tarling ​was ⁠hit by a non-race car driving in the opposite direction.
Portuguese President Antonio Jose Seguro expressed his condolences, saying ⁠Tarling's ​death had "plunged the peloton, the tournament ​and the host nation into mourning."

-Reuters