Swiss Junior Cyclist Muriel Furrer Dies Following Crash At UCI Worlds 2024 – FloBikes

Swiss junior cyclist Muriel Furrer has died following a crash during the women’s junior road race at the UCI World Championships in Zurich, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) confirmed on Friday.

The 18-year-old rider fell heavily during Thursday’s race and was airlifted to Zurich University Hospital after suffering a serious head injury. Despite the efforts of medical staff, Furrer passed away on Friday.

“With the passing of Muriel Furrer, the international cycling community loses a rider with a bright future ahead of her,” the UCI said in a statement. 

“Muriel Furrer sadly passed away today at Zurich University Hospital.”

The UCI also expressed their condolences to Furrer’s family, friends, and Swiss Cycling. “The UCI and the Organising Committee offer their sincere condolences to Muriel Furrer’s family, friends, and her Federation Swiss Cycling,” they said.

A press conference is scheduled for 5 p.m. in Zurich with details of the incident still unclear.