Cyclists criticise ‘catastrophic’ safety measures after Finlay Tarling’s death

Welsh teenage cyclist Finlay Tarling died following a collision with a non-race vehicle during the Volta a Portugal. The incident has prompted significant criticism from the professional cycling community regarding the safety measures implemented during the event.

Members of the riders' union and former professional cyclists have expressed strong disapproval of the race's organization. The event has sparked a broader discussion within the sport concerning the adequacy of safety protocols for participants during professional road races.