British cyclist Finlay Tarling, 19, dies after accident at Volta a Portugal

British cyclist Finlay Tarling has died aged 19 after an accident during the Volta a Portugal race which caused the eighth stage to be neutralised.

Race organisers and the Portuguese Cycling Federation said in a statement Friday that Tarling, who rides for NSN Development Team, died “following a serious accident” which occurred during the eighth stage of the race, between the northern municipality of Melgaco and Fafe.

The statement read: “At this time of deep sorrow, the organisers of the Volta a Portugal and the Portuguese Cycling Federation extend their deepest condolences to Finlay Tarling’s family, his teammates, the NSN Development Team, and all his friends and loved ones.”

It added that the race would be neutralised and that the podium ceremony scheduled to take place in Fafe would no longer do so.

“The organisation will provide any additional information as soon as conditions permit,” it added.

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal today.

Fin was a much loved member of our team but most importantly, he was a son, a brother, and a friend to so many. He will be deeply missed.

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— NSN Cycling Team (@NSNCyclingTeam) August 14, 2026

NSN Cycling Team, meanwhile, said: “We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal today.

“Fin was a much loved member of our team but most importantly, he was a son, a brother, and a friend to so many. He will be deeply missed.

“Our deepest condolences go out to Fin’s parents Michael and Dawn, his brother Josh, and everyone who was lucky enough to call Fin a friend. Rest in peace, Fin.”

The younger brother of Ineos Grenadiers rider Joshua Tarling, Finlay has represented Great Britain on the road and track. He joined the Israel-Premier Tech Academy before the 2025 campaign, and stayed with the team’s development set-up when it was re-named NSN Cycling Team.

This year, he finished second in Stage 6 of the Tour du Rwanda, while also placing third in the men’s under-23 British National Time Trial Championships.