British Cycling can confirm a National Escort Group motorcyclist died today following an incident on the first day of the South East Road Race League Three Day.
The race was stopped immediately and racing was cancelled for the rest of the weekend.
British Cycling president Brian Cookson said: 'This is a tragedy which will sadden everyone associated with road racing in this country.
'My thoughts and those of everyone at British Cycling are with the friends and family of the NEG rider.'
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