Swiss motorcyclist Jason Dupasquier dies in Moto3 crash at 19 Dupasquier died following crash during

FLORENCE, Italy — Swiss motorcycle rider Jason Dupasquier has died following a crash during Moto3 qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix, the Careggi Hospital in Florence announced Sunday. He was 19.

“Despite the best efforts of circuit medical staff and all those subsequently attending to the Swiss rider, the hospital has announced that Dupasquier has sadly succumbed to his injuries,” MotoGP said in a statement.

Dupasquier was involved in an accident with Ayumu Sasaki and Jeremy Alcoba toward the end of Saturday’s session, which was immediately red-flagged.

Dupasquier appeared to fall and was then hit by his own motorbike and that of Sasaki, while a visibly shocked Alcoba later said on television that he thought he had also gone over the Swiss rider’s legs.

He was treated on the track for approximately 30 minutes before a helicopter landed and airlifted him to a hospital in Florence.

Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier dies aged 19 after accident in qualifying
The Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier has died as a result of injuries sustained in an accident during qualifying on Saturday, MotoGP has announced. The 19-year-old Swiss was hit by another bike after falling from his own at Mugello in Italy.

“Following a serious incident in the Moto3 qualifying two session at the Gran Premio d’Italia, it is with great sadness that we report the passing of Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier,” MotoGP said on its official website.

“Dupasquier was involved in a multi-rider incident between turns nine and 10, with the session red flagged thereafter,” the statement added. “FIM medical intervention vehicles arrived at the site immediately and the Swiss rider was attended to on the track before being transferred by medical helicopter, in a stable state, to Careggi Hospital in Florence.”

“Despite the best efforts of circuit medical staff and all those subsequently attending to the Swiss rider, the hospital has announced that Dupasquier has sadly succumbed to his injuries.”

It was reported Dupasquier was being treated by medics on the circuit for over half an hour after the incident before being flown to hospital. His team, Prustel GP, announced they would not be taking part in Sunday’s race. Dupasquier was in his second season in MotoGP’s lightweight class.

The MotoGP grid staged a one-minute silence ahead of Sunday’s Italian Grand Prix, which was won by the world championship leader, Fabio Quartararo. Following his win, the French rider stopped at the scene of Dupasquier’s accident before pointing to the sky.

“It was tough because when you do the one-minute silence, the emotion is coming really quick and it is difficult to stay focused,” said Quartararo, who also held a Swiss flag on the podium alongside the second- and third- placed Miguel Oliveira and Joan Mir. “We got the win and that one was for Jason and his family.”

The three-times MotoGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo earlier paid tribute to Dupasquier on Twitter. “My deepest condolences to Jason Dupasquier’s family, friends and team. Ride in peace Jason,” Lorenzo wrote.

Several Formula One drivers also posted tributes. “Motorsport can be so cruel,” wrote the Williams driver George Russell. “Thinking of the family and friends of Jason Dupasquier and everyone in the MotoGP paddock. Ride in peace, Jason.”

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Swiss Motorcyclist Jason Dupasquier Dead at 19 After Crash: 'You Will Be Sorely Missed'
Jason Dupasquier died after getting into a multi-car crash at a qualifying event for the Italian Grand Prix on Saturday

Motorsport racer Jason Dupasquier has died after getting into a multi-car crash at a qualifying event for the Italian Grand Prix. He was 19.

On Saturday, the teen was involved in an accident with Ayumu Sasaki and Jeremy Alcoba, according to the Associated Press. During the accident, he appeared to be hit by his motorbike as well as Sasaki's, the news agency reported, adding that Alcoba also said he thought he had driven over Dupasquier's legs.

The Swiss rider received immediate medical attention "on track before being transferred by medical helicopter, in a stable state, to Careggi Hospital in Florence," MotoGP said in a statement. 

"Despite the best efforts of circuit medical staff and all those subsequently attending to the Swiss rider, the hospital has announced that Dupasquier has sadly succumbed to his injuries," their statement continued.

"On behalf of the entire MotoGP family, we send our love to his team, his family, and loved ones," they wrote in another statement shared on social media. "You will be sorely missed, Jason. Ride in peace."

"My deepest condolences to Jason Dupasquier's family, friends, and team," added three-time MotoGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo.

Dupasquier was a multiple-time Swiss National champion in Supermoto and transitioned into circuit racing in 2016, according to MotoGP.  

Ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, he was in 10th place in the World Championship standings.  This was his second season in MotoGP's lightweight class.  

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Ahead of the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, a moment of silence was held for Dupasquier.

A number of other racers also paid tribute to the rider, including winner Fabio Quartararo, who dedicated his top place finish to his late friend. "That was for Jason and all his family," he told reporters. ''

Moto3 Rider Jason Dupasquier Dies At 19 Years Old After On-Track Crash
19-year-old Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier has died after a tragic crash during qualifying at the Mugello circuit yesterday, MotoGP reports.

The Swiss rider crashed at the end of qualifying while he was on a flying lap in what is generally not an uncommon feat. Unfortunately, he was struck by another rider racing at speed after falling from his bike. Ayumu Sasaki, the other driver in the accident, was thrown from his bike but was able to walk away from the incident. After being treated trackside for about a half an hour, Dupasquier was airlifted to a hospital, during which point the FIM noted he was in a “very serious” but stable condition.

Unfortunately, Dupasquier succumbed to his injuries while at the hospital in Florence.

Here’s the full statement from MotoGP:

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Following a serious incident in the Moto3 qualifying two session at the Gran Premio d’Italia, it is with great sadness that we report the passing of Moto3 rider Jason Dupasquier.

Dupasquier was involved in a multi-rider incident between turns nine and 10, with the session red flagged thereafter. FIM medical intervention vehicles arrived at the site immediately and the Swiss rider was attended to on the track before being transferred by medical helicopter, in a stable state, to Careggi Hospital in Florence.

Despite the best efforts of circuit medical staff and all those subsequently attending to the Swiss rider, the hospital has announced that Dupasquier has sadly succumbed to his injuries.

Dupasquier’s team, Prustel GP, announced it will not be taking part in this Sunday’s race.

This was Dupasquier’s second season in the Moto3 series after beginning his racing career in 2011. Son of MotoCross rider Phillipe Dupasquier, he was destined for speed, and that was immediately proved when he won several SuperMoto Swiss championships and debuted at the Red Bull Rookies Cup in 2019, at which point he was awarded a two-year contract in Moto3. While his 2020 season wasn’t ideal, Dupasquier was sitting in the top 10 in points at the time of his death.

Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

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Jason Dupasquier, piloto suizo de 19 años del equipo CarXpert en Moto3, ha muerto este domingo en el hospital Careggi de Florencia (Toscana) tras el accidente que sufrió durante la sesión de clasificación de este sábado en el Gran Premio de Italia.

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