18-Year-Old Swiss Cyclist Muriel Furrer Dies After Crash at World Championships

Sep 27, 2024, 01:13 PM

Swiss cyclist Muriel Furrer, 18, has died following a serious crash during the junior women's road race at the Road and Para-cycling World Championships in Zurich, Switzerland. Furrer sustained a severe head injury in the fall on Thursday and was airlifted to the hospital in critical condition. The International Cycling Union (UCI) confirmed her death, expressing deep condolences to her family and friends. The cycling community mourns the loss of the young athlete.