Scene shocked: Several injuries-train wheel championships canceled after accident | EUROtoday

The German championships in prepare biking in Dudenhofen Rhineland-Palatinate had been canceled after a severe accident within the early afternoon of the final day of the competitors. According to preliminary data, all these concerned within the accident is out of hazard, however there are a number of critically injured. Two rescue helicopters, six ambulances and an emergency physician ensured medical care.

In the Keirin semi-final of the elite, two drivers plunged into a gaggle of spectators at round 60 km/h within the goal curve. While the 2 drivers bought off calmly with abrasions and bruises, in keeping with preliminary data, seven spectators had been critically injured. Two guests had been flown to the neighboring hospitals within the area with rescue helicopters.

Organizer shocked

“The health of athletes, spectators always proceeds. The event of an event was therefore free of alternative. The best recovery wishes go to all injuries,” mentioned Oliver Streich, Vice President at German Cycling for Marketing and Communication, in a primary response.

“I am shocked by the accident. We experienced a cycling festival here in Dudenhofen for five days. Of course, nobody wanted one end of the event. I wish all the participants involved, quick and complete recovery,” mentioned Jens Hartwig, 1st chairman of the organizing RV Dudenhofen 1908.