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82-year-old cyclist dies day after 5,200km charity ride

Bob Montgomery, 82, completed a 5,200km charity ride across Australia but died unexpectedly the following day.

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Bob Montgomery, an 82-year-old Australian cyclist, died unexpectedly one day after completing a 5,200km charity ride across the country. His family described his death as peaceful.

Bob Montgomery, 82, completed a 5,200km charity ride across Australia.2,1 Montgomery died unexpectedly one day after finishing the ride.2,1 His family stated his death was 'unexpected but peaceful'.2

Montgomery had called the ride 'One Last Ride' in promotional materials.1

“Unexpected but peaceful”
Family of Bob Montgomery2

Why it matters

  • A charity ride is an organized cycling event where participants raise money for a cause while completing a long-distance route.2,1

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