Two people have died following a tragic accident at the Southern 100 races on the Isle of Man.
In a statement late on Tuesday night, event organisers said that the incident just before 7pm involved two riders, a marshal and a spectator.
The Southern 100 is an annual road race held in July on the Billown Circuit in the south of the island.
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"The incident involved two riders, a marshal and a spectator and it is with deep sadness that we regret to announce that this incident has resulted in two fatalities," read a statement from the Southern 100.
"We pass on our deepest sympathy to the families, loved ones, and friends of those involved.
"At this time, we are unable to provide any further details of those involved in the incident and the current focus is to support those involved."
The red flag incident happened at the end of the 1,100cc practise session.
The rest of the evening's sessions and the senior race was subsequently cancelled.
The road between Castletown Corner and Ballakeighan remains closed.
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