Mauro Poncini dies following crash at Manx Grand Prix qualifying
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:49 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Swiss racer Mauro Poncini, 29, died during qualifying for the 2026 Manx Grand Prix on August 18. The incident occurred on the opening lap of the second qualifying session at Cruickshanks. Poncini was making his debut at the Isle of Man's Mountain Course, having prior experience in the Supersport and Supertwin classes. He is survived by his family and girlfriend. Another competitor sustained minor injuries and is receiving treatment at Nobles Hospital.
- •Poncini died on August 18 during second qualifying.
- •He was a novice at the Isle of Man, participating in his first event.
- •The incident involved another rider who received minor injuries.
- •The Swiss Moto Federation expressed condolences to Poncini's family.
- •Poncini was well-liked among fellow competitors and fans.
- 1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Two motorcycle riders killed in qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix on the Isle of Man
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — Swiss Racer Mauro Poncini Dies In Manx GP Crash
"Two motorcycle riders have been killed on consecutive days during qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix on the Isle of Man. Race officials said Swiss rider Mauro Poncini, 29, died after a collision in the opening lap of Tuesday’s qualifying session. Sam Naughton, a resident of the island and a 37-year-old father of four, was killed in a crash Wednesday.
"It is with heavy hearts that we report that racer Mauro Poncini, 29, has died, following an incident during qualifying for the 2026 Manx Grand Prix. The Swiss rider is survived by his parents Florio and Manuela, sister Marzia, and girlfriend Sharon.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 1:49 AMTwo motorcycle riders killed in qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix on the Isle of Man
Two motorcycle riders have been killed on consecutive days during qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix on the Isle of Man. Race officials said Swiss rider Mauro Poncini, 29, died after a collision in the opening lap of Tuesday’s qualifying session. Sam Naughton, a resident of the island and a 37-year-old father of four, was killed in a crash Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 9:16 PMSwiss Racer Mauro Poncini Dies In Manx GP Crash
It is with heavy hearts that we report that racer Mauro Poncini, 29, has died, following an incident during qualifying for the 2026 Manx Grand Prix. The Swiss rider is survived by his parents Florio and Manuela, sister Marzia, and girlfriend Sharon.
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