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24/07/2018
Pregnant Partner Of William Dunlop Pays Tribute To Him
The pregnant partner of road racer William Dunlop has paid tribute to him.
The 32-year-old Ballymoney rider was competing in an Open practice session for the Skerries 100 road race in Dublin when he crashed and later died from his injuries on Saturday, 07 July.
In an letter on William's website, Janine Brolly said: "William was a tremendous sportsman, but where he really shone brightest was as a father. I promise that they will always know that.
"I miss him more than words can possibly say, but am so thankful I will always have part of William with me, forever.
"I would give anything for one more day."
(CD/LM)
The 32-year-old Ballymoney rider was competing in an Open practice session for the Skerries 100 road race in Dublin when he crashed and later died from his injuries on Saturday, 07 July.
In an letter on William's website, Janine Brolly said: "William was a tremendous sportsman, but where he really shone brightest was as a father. I promise that they will always know that.
"I miss him more than words can possibly say, but am so thankful I will always have part of William with me, forever.
"I would give anything for one more day."
(CD/LM)
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