The NSN Cycling Team was visibly heartbroken before the start of the Arctic Race of Norway, following the death of 19-year-old rider Finlay Tarling. Tarling tragically died while competing in the Volta a Portugal, a loss that has deeply affected his team. The team members were seen in tears, grappling with the renewed pain of losing a teammate – a sorrow that feels increasingly familiar. His passing has cast a pall over the race, with the team struggling to cope with the sudden loss. The news has resonated throughout the cycling community, highlighting the risks faced by young athletes. Tarling’s death is a reminder of the fragility of life and the close bonds within a professional cycling team.