In an unfortunate turn of events, rising Swiss cycling star Gino Mader lost his life on Friday following a tragic accident during the Tour de Suisse with his crash accident video footage viral
The talented 26-year-old fell into a ravine while navigating a high-speed downhill road during the race’s fifth stage. Here is more you need to know about the incident.
Video footage of cyclist Gino Mader goes viral on YouTube and Reddit as he dies in Tour de Suisse crash accident
Tragedy strikes for Gino Mader during the Tour de Suisse
This is probably where Gino Mader and Magnus Sheffield crashed.
I hope @maedergino is okay🤞#TourdeSuisse2023 pic.twitter.com/VhZjl9tuLf— Den@趣味垢 (@Den95504207) June 16, 2023
Maybe not the right moment but I went back to see where it happened. It makes sense why it happened here now, it is super scary here tbh. Rest in peace Gino 🙏 #cycling #ginomader #TourdeSuisse2023 pic.twitter.com/hGzZyCDa1p
— Denis (@1ddenis1) June 16, 2023
Ayer Juan Ayuzo descendió a 100 kilómetros por hora para lograr la victoria en la Vuelta a Suiza. En la misma jornada, Gino Mader tuvo una caída que provocó su muerte . Y hay quienes critican a los ciclistas que se juegan la vida todos los días.pic.twitter.com/ZhA2sDAcLT
— Alfonso Hernández (@AlfonsoH) June 16, 2023
This is where the crash happened. Looks so dangerous!
R.I.P. Gino Mader#SUI #Mader #RIPMader #Cycling #TourdeSuisse #GinoMäder pic.twitter.com/8D6oLOHbnY
— Fzc44 (@fzc44) June 16, 2023
The Bahrain-Victorious team confirmed Mäder’s demise, expressing profound sorrow at the loss of “one of the shining lights” of their team. Despite the dedicated efforts of the medical staff at Chur hospital, Mäder succumbed to his severe injuries.
Mäder met his unfortunate accident during a downhill sprint towards the end of the fifth stage into La Punt. On-site medical staff discovered him motionless in water, providing immediate CPR before airlifting him to the hospital.
The shocking loss of Gino Mader reverberates through the community
The announcement of Gino Mader’s death occurred about half an hour prior to the scheduled commencement of the race’s sixth stage. The race was postponed as riders joined in a silent tribute to their fallen colleague. In respect of Mäder’s memory, the remaining peloton rode together for the last 30 kilometres of Friday’s planned route.
The Tour de Suisse peloton consoling Gino Mader's mother after riding in his honour ❤️ pic.twitter.com/F9z6fQuUyQ
— Eurosport (@eurosport) June 17, 2023
News of Mäder’s passing was met with disbelief and sadness by the international cycling community. World champion Remco Evenepoel, who currently holds fourth place in the race standings, extended his condolences to Mäder’s family, friends, and teammates.
Controversy surrounds stage safety
Evenepoel, who criticized the safety of Thursday’s stage, raised concerns about the dangerous descent where Mäder crashed. “As riders, we should also think about the risks we take going down a mountain,” he posted on his Twitter account. A second rider, Magnus Sheffield from the United States, also crashed at the same spot, sustaining a concussion and bruises.
Gino Mader was a promising talent
Known as one of Switzerland’s brightest young riders, Gino Mader had achieved significant success early in his career. He won a stage at the 2021 Giro d’Italia and secured a fifth place overall in the Spanish Vuelta the same year. He was also fifth in the Paris-Nice stage race in March. His tragic loss is a devastating blow to the cycling world.
Gino Mader’s team manager, Milan Erzen, lauded his exceptional talent and dedication, calling him an “inspiration to us all”. Off the bike, Mäder was known for his great personality and for always having a smile on his face.
The Tour de Suisse organizers mourned Gino Mader’s death, stating, “Gino, you’ve been an excellent rider but even more a wonderful person. Always smiling and making people happy around you.” In response to a question about what would make him happy at the end of the week-long race, Mäder had expressed the desire for good health and some success with his team.
His untimely death of Gino Mader is not only a significant loss for the Bahrain-Victorious team but also the entire cycling world that held great hopes for the young cyclist. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family, teammates, and countless fans worldwide.
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