Roy Nasr was a former Arab Triathlon champion and finished an impressive third at the 2011 World Triathlon Championships in Beijing. He also co-founded Tri Dubai and was training for Ironman South Africa in April 2014.
What an unfortunate loss. May he rest in peace and sincere condolences to his family.
Former Arab triathlon champion Roy Nasr was killed while another was injured when a drunk driver hit them as they were cycling early on Friday morning near Safa Park interchange, Gulf News has learnt.
Nasr, 49, and a cycling friend whose name was not immediately available, were hit from behind by a car when the drunk driver swerved past the cyclists’ escort vehicle as they pedalled towards Meydan, said a senior police official.
Major General Mohammad Saif Al Zafein, Chief of Dubai Police Traffic Department, said the driver, who was under the influence of alcohol, rammed into the hapless victims. “A cyclist was killed after he was hit by a car on the Safa Park bridge early morning and another cyclist was also injured in the accident and was rushed to hospital,” said Maj Gen Al Zafein.
Police arrested the driver and a case will be transferred to Traffic Public Prosecution. According to initial reports, the accident occurred around 5:30am near Safa Park while the cyclists were crossing over to Shaikh Zayed Road. [Link]
Roy is my uncle.. I’m glad one Lebanese said something about it… It’s funny how it is first page everywhere in Dubai and hardly mentioned around here, instead of being proud abt all his achievements as Lebanese, who, btw, always has competed and won raising lebanon’s flag.
I’d also like to point out how we tried, many times, to include his news in the Lebanese media with no success… It was a big deal whenever he won anything in the uae.. Also the UAE asked him many time to compete as an emiratee and he’ll be fully sponsored, but he never accepted.. Such a disappointing country, shame…
Roy is a legend, not only in sports but also in his work and career and an amazing person (quoted by so many)..
Thank you for posting this brief…
Stephy, may your uncle’s soul rest in peace. I got goosebumps as I read about this accident. It should never have happened. My condolences to your family during this very difficult time.
Stephy,
I am almost ashamed not to have heard of your uncle before. When I was googling info about him and seeing his accomplishments, I wished I had met him in real life.
He is indeed a legend and my sincere condolences to you.
ROY was an amazing brother so many memories between us ,Miss u my dearest brother miss our laughs complicities our supports . God needs an Angel and a positive energy to keep balance in the heaven . Love u Roy
So sad, may he always be remembered.
This is truely unfortunate. Roy came to my school a year ago and inspired me to train for a Triathlon for my 16th birthday! Literally crying right now, he was a great guy even let me ride his bike which he brought to my school haha. :'( Heart goes out to his family. He always mentioned that his motivation was his family especially his daughter.