The sports world is in mourning after the tragic death of Borja Gómez. A young motorcycle racer from Murcia, at 20 years old, has lost his life during a training session at the Magny-Cours circuit in France.
This Thursday, Team Laglisse confirmed the fateful news that has left the sports community in shock. The tragic news comes just a few days after Borja's fans celebrated his victory at the MotorLand circuit.
A promising future cut short at the Magny-Cours circuit
July 3, 2025, will be remembered in the collective memory as a day of deep sadness for sports. The sports community mourns the loss of two young prospects: Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota and now also motorcycle racer Borja Gómez.
Borja Gómez, who stood out for his skill and expertise in motorcycle racing, has died after suffering a serious accident during the first free practice of the European Stock Championship at Magny-Cours. This circuit, which next weekend hosts the third round of the FIM Junior GP, was the scene of his last training session.
The racer, who just a few days ago had enjoyed a great victory, was participating in the practice sessions ahead of his participation in the competition. Fate has dealt him a cruel blow.
The news has been confirmed on social media by Team Laglisse, the team Borja Gómez raced for, who have expressed their deep sorrow. "With all the pain in our hearts, we're sorry to announce that Borja Gómez has died at the Magny-Cours circuit after a serious accident in the first free practice of the European Stock Championship."
The sudden farewell to a great prospect
Borja Gómez, a native of Spain, began to leave his mark in motorcycle racing at an early age. His dedication, passion, and effort in every competition led him to earn recognition both nationally and internationally.
This Sunday, his fans celebrated his triumph at MotorLand, an achievement that positioned him as one of the great prospects in Spanish motorcycle racing. However, tragedy has crossed his path, cutting short a future full of possibilities.
The young racer had a great career ahead of him. His skill in controlling the bike and his ability to compete at the highest level placed him as an emerging star in motorcycle racing.