International Cycling Union confirmed on Friday the death of young Swiss rider Muriel Furrer , who had suffered an accident during her participation in the Junior Women’s World Championships being held in Zurich.
“It is with great sadness that we have received the news of the passing of the young Swiss runner Muriel Furrer: we have lost a runner with a great future ahead of her.”
The cycling world mourns the loss of Muriel Furrer.
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to this young rider, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to all her family, friends, and teammates.
Rest in peace. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/YEtEldhd59
— UCI (@UCI_cycling) September 27, 2024
Furrer, aged just 18, suffered a serious fall last Thursday while competing in the World Championships in her junior category. She suffered head trauma and was evacuated by helicopter to the Zurich hospital, where she finally died.
The cycling world mourns the loss of Muriel Furrer https://t.co/o623BqxNLU pic.twitter.com/oGngEKBEqR
— UCI_media (@UCI_media) September 27, 2024
The UCI and the World Championship Organising Committee have offered their condolences to the Swiss Cycling Federation, as well as to his family and friends.