I heard rumours of this yesterday, and I hoped and prayed it was a horrible mistake, sadly it wasn't to be. I find it hard to believe that so many good and wonderful people could have been taken from us this year. Road racing can be so seductive, and yet it can bite back so viciously hard.

Another terribly sad day, my thoughts are with Steve's family and friends, and I wish Rick a speedy recovery and the strength to come through this tragedy.

RIP