Bike race to go on despite tragedy
Published Date:
17 May 2008
A showcase motorcycle race will go ahead today despite the death of one of its leading stars, organisers said.
Robert Dunlop, 47, died during a practice lap at the North West 200 in Portrush, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on Thursday.
His brother Joey died in a similar accident in 2000.
Course clerk Mervyn Whyte said the family wanted them to go ahead. "Robert was a wonderful ambassador for the North West 200 and we believe he would have wished the event to go ahead."
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Last Updated:
17 May 2008 9:07 AM
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