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Pau Alsina Dies After Aragon Test Crash, Prompts New Safety Investigation

Repatriation to Catalonia is under way alongside a fresh safety review of the MotorLand Aragón circuit prompted by Alsina’s fatal accident.

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Overview

  • Pau Alsina, a 17-year-old rookie for Estrella Galicia 0,0 in JuniorGP Moto3 and a podium contender in CIV Moto3, crashed during a private test at MotorLand Aragón on July 19 and died from head injuries two days later.
  • His death follows the July 3 fatal crash of 20-year-old Borja Gómez at Magny-Cours, underscoring the growing scrutiny of safety in youth motorsport.
  • Racing authorities have launched formal safety investigations into track conditions at both Magny-Cours and MotorLand Aragón to identify potential hazards.
  • Team Estrella Galicia 0,0 and Monlau Motul released official statements expressing deep regret and extending condolences to Alsina’s family and the wider racing community.
  • Procedures are under way to repatriate Alsina’s remains to Catalonia for a final farewell in his hometown.