Local racer killed at the Circuit de Catalunya
The sad news came from the second free practice session ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix at the Circuit de Catalunya on Friday (06/03/2016). Moto2 rider Luis Salom died after an accident involved a single corner to 12th.
Quoted by the official MotoGP website, the incident occurred in the second Moto2 free practice session at the Catalunya GP, the red flag was raised when 25 minutes left. When SAG Team rider Luis Salom fell in the bend 12.
Two medical cars and two ambulances immediately docked to the scene to provide first aid in the 24-year-old. Medical helicopters were also deployed and immediately took him to the hospital General de Catalunya.
Shortly after arriving at the hospital, Salom was immediately taken to the emergency room. He had surgery but after the best efforts by a team of doctors, lives Salom not helped and died at 16:55 local time.
Salom made his debut in the event the grand prix, when she appeared in the 125cc class at Jerez Circuit, Spain, 2009. During his career, he has scored 25 podiums, including nine victories.
Meanwhile, GP racer who died on the track before Salom was Marco Simoncelli crash at the Malaysian GP, Sepang, October 23, 2011.
The sad news surrounds motor racing event at the Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, ​​Friday (03/06/2016) night. Luis Salom, who is known jockey Kalex-KTM died after suffering a crash in the second free practice session ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend.
Chronology of events occurs when Marshall Circuit de Catalunya was forced waving a red flag when the 25-minute second free practice session remaining. This is done because Salom fell and hit the wall when will conquer the bend 12.
Two medical cars and two ambulances immediately docked to the scene to provide first aid in the 24-year-old. Medical helicopters were also deployed and immediately took him to the hospital General de Catalunya.
Shortly after arriving at the hospital, Salom was immediately taken to the emergency room. He had surgery but after the best efforts by a team of doctors, lives Salom not helped and died at 16:55 local time.
"Very sorry we have to report that Salom died. We have endeavored to save his life, but he died at 16:55 local time," the official statement MotoGP.
Suddenly, the sad news was immediately become viral in no time. Not a few professional sportsmen all over the world expressed condolences to the families Salom.
Scott Redding for example, in his Twitter account, he wrote: "We lost a great rider (Salom), and I felt the same sadness as his family. RIP Luis," kicaunya, Saturday (04/06/2016).
As a result of the tragic incident Salom. FIM, Dorna, IRTA, and RFME convey deep condolences to the family. And, after which they immediately held a meeting with the safety commission. From the results of the meeting note that the race will take place, but no one should be revised on the revised track configuration.
Following a series of condolences conveyed professional athletes:
Fernando Alonso
"This is bad news, and we feel such sadness. Hopefully Luis Salom could rest in peace. The hug is great for Luis Salom friends and family."
Danny Kent
"RIP Luis Salom, it looks like this is sad news. You will be missed Love to you and your family ..."
Rafael Nadal
"Very sad news Although no words can bring comfort at a time like this. All the support I went to the family and friends of Luis Salom"
Cal Crutchlow
"So sad about what is happening today in Barcelona."
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