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Young Filipino rider dies from race injuries

A Filipino motorcycle racer died on Thursday from injuries sustained while participating at the Chang International Circuit in Buriram, Thailand last Sunday.

Young Filipino rider dies from race injuries
Amber Garcia

The incident occurred at Turn 7 on Lap 3 of the Underbone 150cc Race 2.

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FIM Asia officials reported that 16-year-old Amber Garcia first received medical attention at the Medical Centre before being transferred to the Buriram Hospital, where treatment continued in the ICU unit.

FIM Asia and the ARRC promoter Two Wheels Motor Racing announced his death on Thursday after four days at the ICU of the Buriram Hospiral.

Officials of FIM Asia said they are one with the family and have offered their condolences.

“Despite the best effort of circuit medical staff, Amber sadly succumbed from his injuries,” said FIM Asia in a statement. 

Garcia secured several victories and the title of Sniper 150, the national series of the Philippines reserved for Underbone 150cc scooters. 

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