Irish cycling is mourning the unexpected loss of Liam Horner, a former national champion and highly respected international, who passed away following an accident last weekend. The 59-year-old won many big races during his cycling career, including the prestigious Manx International in 1967 and the Tour of Ireland in 1972, and also competed in two Olympic games.
'Liam was a fantastic rider,' says Phil O'Brien, who raced against him on many occasions. 'He was at the top for many years, and had only Peter Doyle as a rival. 'He was at the top for many years, and had only Peter Doyle as a rival. The two of them were far ahead of everyone else.'
He is survived by his wife Geraldine, daughters Celine and Jane and sons Neil and Eoin.
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