Swiss rider Jason Dupasquier, 19, dies after serious accident in Moto3 qualifier in Italy
- Dupasquier was hit by another bike after falling from his own and slid down the track during qualifying on Saturday at Mugello in Italy
- Japan’s Ayumu Sasaki, who was also involved in the crash, was unhurt
Swiss Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier has died as a result of injuries sustained in an accident, MotoGP announced on Sunday.
The 19-year-old was hit by another bike after falling from his own and slid down the track during qualifying on Saturday at Mugello in Italy.
“Following a serious incident in the Moto3 qualifying 2 session at the Gran Premio d'Italia Oakley, it is with great sadness that we report the passing of Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier,” a statement said.
Dupasquier of Germany's Pruestel team was firstly treated on the track and then taken to the hospital. Japan's Ayumu Sasaki, who was also involved in the crash, was unhurt.
It was reported Dupasquier was being treated by doctors on the circuit for more than half an hour after the incident before being flown to hospital, where he underwent surgery on his chest. The young driver also suffered severe brain damage as a result of the crash.
“Despite the best efforts of circuit medical staff and all those subsequently attending to the Swiss rider, the hospital has announced that Dupasquier has sadly succumbed to his injuries,” MotoGP said.
