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    Biker killed in Supersport TT race

    The ACU regret to announce the death of 34 year old racer Derek Brien from County Meath in Ireland.

    The ACU regret to announce the death of 34 year old racer Derek Brien from County Meath in Ireland, he was killed following a high speed incident at Gorse Lea in lap 2 of the Supersport TT race this morning.

    Derek was an experienced road racer who first competed on the Isle of Man in the 2004 Manx Grand Prix, he had a highest placing of 13th in the 2010 Supersport Race.

    He was described as a talented road racer and achieved a number of notable career highlights; he leaves behind a partner, Sarah.

    The Coroner of Inquests has been informed and an investigation into the circumstances of the accident is underway.
     

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