Former TT rider dies after incident at test day

A former TT rider has died after a crash on a test run on the Isle of Man.

Andreas Racing Association has confirmed that Ed Poole, 79, died following an incident at an Auto Cycle Union (ACU) test day at Jurby Circuit on 11 April, in which no other riders were involved.

An experienced rider from Rhencullen on the island, he began his Mountain Course racing career in 1994, and competed in the Isle of Man TT, Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT for over 25 years, the association said.

In a statement, it said he was a "valued member of our paddock community and will be greatly missed."

"Our thoughts are with his wife, his family, and all who knew him at this incredibly difficult time," it said.

"We know this news will be deeply felt across the racing community, and we ask that everyone respects the family's privacy as they come to terms with their loss," the association added.

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