British cyclist Finlay Tarling has died at the age of 19 following a serious accident during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal. Tarling, the younger brother of Netcompany-Ineos rider Josh, was competing for the NSN Development Team on the 166.8km route from Melgaco to Fafe.

"We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal today," the NSN team stated. "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."

The race organizers and the Portuguese Cycling Federation expressed their "most heartfelt condolences" and halted racing as a sign of "respect and mourning." Portuguese president Antonio Jose Seguro noted that Tarling's death had "plunged the peloton, the tournament and the host nation into mourning."