A tragic incident occurred during the Arcadia Road Rallysprint in New Zealand, claiming the lives of a 15-year-old racer named Brooklyn Horan and his co-driver, Tyson Jemmett, 35.
Brooklyn Horan and Tyson Jemmett were competing in the rally when their car skidded off the gravel road and plunged into a river swollen with rain, resulting in their tragic death at the scene.
MotorSport New Zealand has confirmed that Horan was driving the car at the time of the crash, despite the legal driving age in New Zealand being 16.
The junior driver program by MotorSport New Zealand allows drivers aged between 12 and 16 to obtain a competition license, enabling young talents to participate in racing events.
The organization has announced a thorough investigation following the incident to determine the factors that led to the fatal crash.
Motorsport New Zealand President Wayne Christie expressed condolences to the families and friends of the young competitors, acknowledging the shock and sadness within the motorsport community.
Several tributes have poured in on social media for Brooklyn Horan and Tyson Jemmett, with racing teams and individuals mourning the loss of the talented duo.
Despite the tragic outcome, the motorsport community continues to remember the highs and lows of the sport, reflecting on the passion and talents of the departed racers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of Brooklyn Horan and Tyson Jemmett during this difficult time.
