Rohan Dennis makes first appearance in court for charges of causing the death of wife Melissa Hoskins by dangerous driving

After the sudden and tragic news of the death of former Olympian Melissa Hoskins at the end of last year, her husband Rohan Dennis has made his first appearance in court, as he faces charges of causing death by dangerous driving and up to 15 years in prison should he be found guilty.

According to Australian broadcaster ABC, Dennis remained silent as the prosecution requested seven months for them to complete a full reconstruction of the incident, with bail being extended until August.

The former two-time World Time Trial Champion also did not address the media as he left the courthouse in Adelaide with journalists swarming him for comment, as he has not spoken publicly since the incident took place in late December.