Bangkok: Mourning the death of a female motocross racer who was hit and killed by a competitor. The tragic incident unfolded during a motocross race when a female racer was struck by a male competitor as she prepared to make a turn. Despite the severity of the collision, the male racer continued the race, prioritizing his time over checking on the injured woman.
According to Thai News Agency, the male racer later expressed regret over his actions, describing his decision as a "huge mistake." He attributed his actions to shock, inexperience, and a lack of immediate thought during the incident. Despite continuing the race, he later visited the injured woman to apologize and committed to taking full responsibility for the accident.
The Facebook page "Jae Moy v+" shared that the male racer, known as Top 117, issued an apology after receiving heavy criticism online. In an interview, he struggled to explain his actions, citing shock as the reason for not stopping to assist. He learned about the woman's condition from a contact named Nick and subsequently coordinated with relevant parties and the deceased's family to offer his condolences.
The motocross community and friends of the deceased have expressed their condolences, mourning the loss of Nilady. The incident has sparked widespread criticism and discussions about safety and responsibility in the sport.