Thursday, February 05, 2009

We Barely Knew Ya


Frederiek Nolf
(Topsport Vlaanderen-Mercator) passed away in his sleep sometime last evening/early this morning while participating in the Tour of Qatar.

Though the 21 year-old Belgian's career barely registered as a blip on the sport's radar, his death resonates with all of those who consider themselves a part of the microcosmic world that is cycling.

The statement released by his team truly reflects all of our sentiments:
“Team management, staff, cycling supporters and fans are commiserating with this heavy loss; our thoughts are with Frederiek’s family, his girlfriend and his mates.”

Photo: AP

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Thursday, February 05, 2009

We Barely Knew Ya


Frederiek Nolf
(Topsport Vlaanderen-Mercator) passed away in his sleep sometime last evening/early this morning while participating in the Tour of Qatar.

Though the 21 year-old Belgian's career barely registered as a blip on the sport's radar, his death resonates with all of those who consider themselves a part of the microcosmic world that is cycling.

The statement released by his team truly reflects all of our sentiments:
“Team management, staff, cycling supporters and fans are commiserating with this heavy loss; our thoughts are with Frederiek’s family, his girlfriend and his mates.”

Photo: AP

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