Gino Mäder (Bahrain Victorious) has died from the injuries he sustained in a crash while descending at the Tour de Suisse yesterday. There were grave concerns for him after he crashed off the road and was found motionless in a body of water, according to the race organisers.
He was revived at the scene and airlifted to hospital for urgent treatment. However, when no update emerged last night about his condition it only served to heighten concerns in the cycling world about his prospects of recovery.
Very sadly, his Bahrain Victorious team has now announced that he died from his injuries, with pro cycling in shock at the news and today's stage at Tour de Suisse neutralised as a mark of respect. The riders were due to ride the last 20km of the stage, in a neutralised format, as a tribute to Mäder.
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Magnus Sheffield (Ineos Grenadiers) also crashed at the same location as Mäder - on the descent of the Albula Pass. However, while the young American suffered concussion, the only other injuries he sustained were minor.
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“It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we have to announce the passing of Gino Mäder,” the Bahrain Victorious team said in a statement of a rider whose first big win as at Tour de l'Avenir 2018 at the expense of Ireland's Edidie Dunbar.
“On Friday 16th June, following a very serious crash during stage 5 of the Tour de Suisse, Gino lost his battle to recover from the severe injuries he sustained.
“Our entire team is devastated by this tragic accident, and our thoughts and prayers are with Gino's family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
“Despite the best efforts of the phenomenal staff at Chur hospital, Gino couldn’t make it through this, his final and biggest challenge, and at 11:30am we said goodbye to one of the shining lights of our team.
“Gino was an extraordinary athlete, an example of determination, a valued member of our team and the whole cycling community. His talent, dedication, and passion for the sport has inspired us all.”
