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It is understood the 46-year-old came off at the Alpine section of the Mountain Course between the 16th and 17th mile markers.Torras Martinez was an experienced TT rider, having taken part in 21 races since making his debut on the island in 2017.
"The accident occurred at Alpine, between the 16th and 17th mile markers, on the third and final lap of the race. "Raul was an experienced TT competitor who made his debut in 2017, with a best result of 15th in last year’s Supertwin Race. He recorded his fastest ever lap of the TT Mountain Course earlier today in the Superstock Race, with a lap at an average speed of 125.470mph whilst securing a 20th-place finish. Raul was the fastest Spaniard ever to have lapped the TT Course.
"In total, Raul competed in 21 TT races and his performances earned him a total of 18 Bronze Replicas.READ NEXT:
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