Andre Drege was expected to move up to World Tour level in 2025 [Getty Images]
Norwegian cyclist Andre Drege has died following an accident during the Tour of Austria on Saturday.
The 25-year-old, who had been with Norwegian team Coop–Repsol since 2021, was fatally injured on the descent of the Grossglockner, Austria’s highest mountain.
A statement by the Tour of Austria said that Drege “sustained severe injuries” on stage four of the five-day race.
“It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we have to announce the passing of Andre…
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