Motorcyclist found dead on Dakar stage

Polish motorcycle rider Michal Hernik has been found dead on the third stage of the Dakar Rally, organisers have announced.

Motorcyclist found dead on Dakar stage
Wed, 07 Jan, 2015 - 10:52

Polish motorcycle rider Michal Hernik has been found dead on the third stage of the Dakar Rally, organisers have announced.

The 39-year-old was discovered 300 metres from the track on the stage from San Juan to Chilecito in Argentina.

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