A Santon man died during last night’s practice session for the Pre-TT Classic racing, it has been confirmed today.
He was Dean Martin, 58, a long time competitor on the Billown Course on classic and modern machines.
He leaves a partner Hilary.
The Southern 100 MCRC, organisers of the Blackford’s Pre-TT Classic Road Races, announced the death today.
There was an incident at Billown Dip during the 850cc classic practice on Friday evening, involving two competitors and two course marshals.
The organisers said: ‘Unfortunately, local rider Dean Martin died as a result of his injuries, the other rider involved, Jamie O’Brien from Liverpool is described as serious but stable.
‘One course marshal suffered head injuries - both he and Jamie O’Brien have been flown to Aintree Hospital in Liverpool for further treatment.
The second course marshal, a retired competitor, has ankle and shoulder injuries, but is expected to be discharged from Nobles Hospital later today.’
The organisers added: ‘Southern 100 Racing extends it sincere condolences to family, relatives and friends at this very sad time.
‘The organisers are carrying out a full investigation into the circumstances of the incident; the Coroner of Inquests has been informed.’
Following the red flag incident last night during the 850cc classic class practice the remainder of the evening’s session was abandoned.