July 17, 2025 14:12

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Another tragic death in cycling. Young Italian cyclist Samuele Privitera died on Wednesday in an accident during the Giro della Valle d’Aosta youth race.

The tragic accident occurred in the town of Pontey, in northern Italy. The circumstances of the accident are still unclear.

According to Italian media, the 19-year-old cyclist fell while traveling at a speed of about 70 kilometers per hour. There are reports that his helmet fell off and he crashed into a barrier. He later died in hospital.

In recent years, several cyclists have died due to racing accidents.