Rider Killed In Support Race Friday At Losail International Circuit

Rider Killed In Support Race Friday At Losail International Circuit

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Statement – Taoufik Gattouchi

Following an incident during this evening´s (18th March) Losail 600 Cup support race at the Losail International Circuit, it is with great sadness that we have to report the passing of Tunisian rider Taoufik Gattouchi.

The race was red flagged on lap 10 of 15 following a multi-rider incident at Turn 3 and Mr Gattouchi (Number 67) received immediate trackside medical attention.

The 49-year-old was immediately transported by air ambulance to the Hamad Hospital in Doha where resuscitation continued. Unfortunately, Mr Gattouchi succumbed to his injuries.

The FIM, Losail Circuit Sports Club, QMMF, Dorna Sports and the entire MotoGP community wishes to pass on its condolences to the family and friends of Mr Gattouchi.

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