Swiss Cyclist Muriel Furrer Dies at 18

Swiss cyclist Muriel Furrer, aged 18, tragically died after sustaining a severe head injury during a fall at the Road and Para-cycling World Championships in Zurich. Furrer was airlifted to Zurich University Hospital following her crash during the women's junior road race, which took place under wet conditions. The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) expressed its condolences, noting that the international cycling community has lost a promising talent. An investigation into the circumstances of the accident is ongoing, as the exact reasons for her fall remain undetermined. The UCI and Swiss Cycling have requested privacy for Furrer's family during this difficult time. The incident underscores the dangers faced by athletes in extreme weather conditions.