Tragedy in the Tour of Austria: Cyclist André Drege Dies After Crash
Norwegian rider passes away following accident on Saturday
Drege, 25, was competing in the Tour of Austria when he crashed during the seventh stage of the race. He was taken to a nearby hospital but later died from his injuries.
Drege was a rising star in the cycling world, having won the Norwegian National Road Race Championship in 2022. He was also a member of the Team Coop-Repsol UCI Continental team.
The cycling community is in mourning following Drege's untimely death. The International Cycling Union (UCI) has expressed its condolences to Drege's family, friends, and team.
The Tour of Austria has been canceled following Drege's death. The race organizers have said that they will work with the UCI to determine how to honor Drege's memory.
Drege's death is a reminder of the dangers that cyclists face on a daily basis. It is important for all cyclists to wear helmets and to be aware of their surroundings.
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