The 43-year-old was involved in an incident at Kate's Cottage on Sunday
Organisers confirmed that Louis O'Regan was killed following an incident at Kate's Cottage during Sunday's opening qualifying session.
The 43-year-old - who came from Waterford but lived in Didcot - made his Manx Grand Prix debut in 2013 when he finished 12th in the Newcomers A Race. His best lap at the Manx was in the 2019 Junior Race, lapping at an average speed of 114.7mph. Read more: Olympic champion joins Wolfe Tones on stage at Electric Picnic
In a statement, organisers said: “With great sadness, the organisers of the Manx Grand Prix can confirm that Louis O’Regan, 43, has died following injuries sustained in an accident at Kate’s Cottage during the opening qualifying session of the 2024 event. “Louis, an Irishman who lived in Didcot, England, was an experienced competitor at the Manx Grand Prix having made his debut in the 2013 Newcomers A Race, finishing 12th.
“He recorded his personal best lap speed in the 2019 Junior Race, lapping at an average speed of 114.7mph. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Louis’s partner Sarah, his family, loved ones, and friends.” Sign up to our free sports newsletter to get the latest headlines to your inbox
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