Mark Purslow, a 29-year-old Welsh driver, has lost his life after suffering an accident during a qualifying session for the Isle of Man TT.
The world of motorcycling has been dyed black. Mark Purslow has died this Wednesday after having suffered a serious accident during a qualifying session of the Isle of Man TT, a Supersport category.
Just as he broke the 120mph barrier aboard his Yamaha YZF-R6, the 29-year-old Welshman lost control of the bike on his third lap of the day at Ballagarey, before the fourth mile.
The TT was Purslow’s passion thanks to his father, who raised him directly involved in the world of racing. In addition, he himself was in charge of preparing his own motorcycles, with the help only of his friends and relatives of him.
The doctor did everything possible to save the life of the young Welshman, but a few hours later the organization of the competition officially announced his death, making the decision to cancel the entire day on Wednesday.
However, the activity resumes this Thursday at the Isle of Man TT. “The TT races will continue, but always with Mark in mind. All our thoughts are with his family, friends and loved ones”, can be read in the notice.
It was the second appearance in this competition for a Purslow that made its official debut in the Supersport categories last year 2017. The Welshman was aware of the risk of this type of sport and lost his life doing what he loved the most.
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