Cycling Trajedy in Lamezia Terme, in Calabria

Seven cyclists have been killed while riding in Lamezia Terme, in Calabria. Two are also in grave condition in the hospital.

The group, which was out on a training ride, was struck head-on by a car that was attempting to pass another car. The driver was, according to early reports, driving with a suspended license.

My heart goes out to all their families.

I can't bring myself to post photographs that are appearing of the carnage but this one tells the story.

Tragic Cycling Accident

Anthony Orsani, the 17 year old Italian national juniors time trial champion, was tragically killed in an accident when he was struck by a vehicle while out training today near the town of Vinci in the province of Florence.

Orsani was training with the GS Mastromarco di Lamporecchio (Pistoia) squad in preparation for his debut in an Under 23 race (he was turning 18 years old on December 2nd) at the Vuelta Tachira, Venezuela, in January, 2010.

Orsani was conscious when help arrived but died an hour later at the hospital in Empoli.

Our condolences to his family and friends.