A horrific accident on the bike section of IRONMAN Hamburg on Sunday left a motorcycle operator dead and an official race photographer and race participant injured and receiving treatment in hospital.

The incident happened at around 0840 local time (0740 UK, 0240 Eastern Time) when the leaders in the men-only professional race were riding in the opposite direction to the age-group athletes on the two-lap bike course.
Official IRONMAN statement

IRONMAN released the following details around five hours later, at 1329 local time, just before the race – which had continued – finished:

“At 36km of the IRONMAN Hamburg bike course, a motorcycle race vehicle, carrying an official race photographer, was involved in a collision with a race participant.

“It is with our deepest regret to confirm the passing of the motorcycle operator from a significant medical event. Our thoughts and care are with the family whom we will support as we are able while they go through this difficult time.

“The race participant and the photographer received onsite care, before being transported to a nearby hospital where they continue to receive treatment.

“We thank the safety personnel and first responders who attended the scene to assist those involved in the incident.

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“IRONMAN is continuing to work through the situation with local authorities. The health and wellness of all those involved in the event is paramount, and we will continue to produce the safest event possible with all stakeholders.”