Douglas, Isle of Man - French motorcyclist Franck Petricola has died following an accident during a qualifying session at the Isle of Man TT races.
The orgnisers said on Wednesday evening: “ACU Events Ltd regrets to announce that French rider Franck Petricola, 32, from Pont-a-Mousson was killed following an accident at Sulby Crossroads at approximately 7.45pm (1845 GMT) during this evening's qualifying session at the Isle of Man TT races.
“The ACU wishes to pass on their deepest sympathy to Franck's family and friends.”
An investigation into the accident has been opened.
Petricola had been due to make his debut in the annual road-racing event - which is held each June on the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea - in 2014, but withdrew following a crash that left him with multiple fractures and a head injury.