Northern Ireland motorcycle racer William Dunlop has died following an accident at the Skerries 100 event in Dublin.

Dunlop was a member of the famous Dunlop racing family and the son of Robert Dunlop who died following a crash in 2008, and nephew of Joey Dunlop who passed away after a crash in 2000 in Estonia.

Race organisers Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club confirmed William’s passing in a statement.

"The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, organisers of the Skerries 100, deeply regrets to announce that competitor William Dunlop of Ballymoney, Co Antrim, has passed away following injuries received in a tragic accident that occurred during practise which took place today 7th July 2018.

"The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club extends their heartfelt sympathy to William Dunlop's family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this very sad time."