Ryan Varnes was an American flat track racer from Pennsylvania. He was involved in a crash during the American Flat Track main event held on Saturday, June 2, 2022. The news of his passing has circulated the Internet.
The third-generation flat track racer started racing at five and turned pro at 16. He followed the footsteps of his father, Kevin, and grandfather, Jim, and had won multiple events in his illustrious career.
Ryan Varnes’ Accident And Injury Update
Ryan Varnes’ accident occurred at the Weedsport Speedway New York short track on June 2. According to sources, the AFT racer died from the injuries sustained due to the accident.
Varnes was involved in a horrific crash during the main event of the Weedsport Speedway held on Saturday.
The event titled American Flat Track New York Short Track was disrupted by the injury the third-generation bike racer sustained. He was soon rushed to the hospital.
Now the news of the 24-year-old’s passing has surfaced on the Internet. His father, Kevin Varnes, broke out the sad news of his son’s death on his Facebook account. He posted a heartfelt message of thanks to the supporters and friends who outpoured love and support for Ryan.
Kevin wrote that his son had gone with the angels. Ryan was a son, boyfriend, brother, friend, and hero. He ended the post by noting that Ryan tore it up with his previously deceased friend Kyle McGrane, a fellow racer who passed away in 2016.
Ryan Varnes Dies Of Motorcycle Accident
American motorcyclist Ryan Varnes passed away at 24 due to an accident sustained from an injury while competing at the American Flat Track New York Short Track.
Varnes was born on October 18, 1997, in Mohnton, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Kevin Varnes, who is also a flat track racer who has won four Grand Nationals in his racing career.
The 24-year-old was involved in an on-track accident incident in the Production Twins Main Event at Weedsport Speedway on Saturday evening. He was quickly rushed to the Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, NY. He passed away in the hospital.
The death of Ryan Varnes has come as a shocker to many of his friends, families, and fans worldwide. Numerous tributes and obituaries flowed on social media following the news of his passing.
American Flat Track also shared its condolences on its website and Facebook page. The tragic death of the aspiring 24-year-old has come in the aftermath of the successful event they just held on Saturday.
What Happened To Flat Track Racer Ryan Varnes?
Flat track racer Ryan Varnes was involved in an accident on Saturday’s Production Twins Main Event at Weedsport Speedway. It was later announced that he passed away due to the injuries sustained in the crash.
Ryan started riding when he was six years old and turned professional at the age of 16. The 24-year-old used to ride a KTM 890 Duke bike.
Moreover, Ryan was a third-generation motorcycle racer; his father, Kevin, and grandfather, Jimmy, were both accomplished flat track racers of their time. His father rode number 89, his grandfather number 78, and Ryan number 68.
The Pennsylvania native was an organ donor and will go on living and helping those in need. Rest in peace, Ryan; godspeed #68.