TT rider 'suffered chest injuries in fatal crash'

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A competitor killed in a crash during a qualifying session for the Isle of Man TT races suffered chest injuries, an inquest has heard.

Daniel Ingham, from Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, died after crashing at Doran's Bend, between Ballig and Glen Helen, on the western section of the course on the opening lap of the evening session on 27 May.

The hearing at Douglas Courthouse was told that preparations had been made to airlift the 33-year-old to hospital before he died.

Adjourning the inquest, coroner James Brooks passed on his condolences to Ingham's family and friends.

Representing the Isle of Man TT race organisers, the Auto Cycle Union, advocate Darren Taubitz also passed on condolences.

"Daniel's passion for the sport was evident to all that knew him," they added.

The 33-year-old was a newcomer at the Isle of Man TT, but had significant experience racing on the 37.7-mile (60km) Mountain Course.

MGP organisers, the Manx Motor Cycle Club, previously said he had "earned enormous respect throughout the paddock for his determination, professionalism and love of road racing".

"Dan was admired not only for his talent on track, but also for the person he was away from racing, friendly, humble and deeply respected by competitors, officials, marshals and supporters alike," they added.

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