Swiss cyclist Muriel Furrer dies in crash at world champs in Zurich
- Muriel Furrer, an 18-year-old Swiss cyclist, died from injuries sustained in a crash during the junior women’s race.
- The crash occurred on a rain-slicked forest road near Küsnacht, and investigators have found no eyewitnesses or evidence of other parties involved.
- Authorities are continuing their investigation, but the family has allowed the championships to proceed, reflecting their support for the event.
In Zurich, Switzerland, an investigation is underway following the tragic death of 18-year-old cyclist Muriel Furrer during the junior women’s race at the road cycling world championships. Furrer crashed on a rain-slicked forest road near Küsnacht, suffering severe injuries that led to her death one day after the incident. The crash occurred on a descent at a slight left-hand bend, and she was found unconscious in the forest by a race safety official. Despite the ongoing investigation, authorities have reported that there are no eyewitnesses or television footage of the crash, and no evidence suggests that any other parties were involved. Furrer’s family has consented to the continuation of the championships, which concluded on Sunday, indicating their support for the event despite the tragedy. The lack of witnesses complicates the investigation, as officials urge against speculation regarding the circumstances surrounding the crash.