British motocross legend Timothy Swinscoe killed in Algemesí race crash
Monday, June 15, 2015 @ 9:52 PM
A BRITISH motocross rider has lost his life in a crash during a rally at the fiestas in Algemesí (Valencia province).
Timothy Swinscoe, 54, is said to have lost control of his bike and hit a tree, the impact of which killed him almost outright.
The celebrated and veteran rider, who has lived for several years in the Comunidad Valenciana, was taking part in a Supermotard rally (pictured) at the fiestas in honour of San Onofre, Algemesí's patron saint.
Supermotard is a fusion of speedway and motocross, but with tyres made from asphalt, and over rough terrain.
The riders had only just left the paddock for the pre-race demonstration round at 10.15hrs on Sunday when the accident happened.
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