pilot Matheus Barbosa dies

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Updated:09/11/2020 12: 55h

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The Brazilian pilot Matheus Barbosa has died after suffering an accident at the Interlagos circuit while playing a race in the competition Brazilian SuperBike.

«The accident occurred in a curve with escape zones and no history of serious accidents. Matheus was seen by the nearest medical team in less than 60 seconds. Still, despite all your efforts sadly could not survive his injuries. The causes of the accident are still unknown and are being investigated by the competent authorities, “the competition explained in a statement.

Barbosa, 23, from Anapolis, lost control of his Kawasaki during the race and went straight around a curve before crashing into a metal tower behind the safety bars.

“Out of respect for our dear Matheus, and especially the family, all activities for the day were immediately ended, the remaining race was canceled and the race in which the accident occurred was immediately interrupted by a red flag. At this time, the organization’s priority is to dedicate all its attention and support to Matheus’s family, ”added SuperBike Brasil.

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