Japanese Olympic cyclist dies after race accident
Toshiaki Fushimi, silver medallist at the 2004 Athens Olympics, died on July 18 after an accident during a race in Matsusaka.
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The fact
He hit a safety barrier while avoiding a fall, suffering a spinal cord injury.
Japan mourns the loss of one of its iconic athletes.
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Why it matters
La mort de Toshiaki Fushimi rappelle les risques inhérents au sport de haut niveau et suscite une émotion internationale dans la communauté cycliste.
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