19 year old Italian rider Sara Piffer dies after training accident

Tuttobiciweb has reported the tragic death of 19-year-old Italian cyclist Sara Piffer, who passed away after a collision with a car on Friday morning.

Piffer was cycling with her brother Christian, an amateur cyclist, when the two were struck by a car overtaking another vehicle. While Christian suffered minor injuries, Sara sustained severe injuries in the crash. Despite the efforts of emergency services to resuscitate her, the medical care came too late.

Piffer rode for the Italian Team Mendelspeck, and her death adds to the growing concerns over safety in cycling, with calls for greater measures to protect riders on the road. In the last two years, Gino Mader and Muriel Furrer have lost their lives whilst taking part in the sport they love.

This devastating incident is a stark reminder of the dangers cyclists face and highlights the urgent need for improved road safety both in races and during training.

CyclingUpToDate would like to extend it's condolences to family and friends of Sara.