British Cyclist Crashes and Dies during the Mallorca 312 Gran Fondo

A 40 year old man was riding along the Coll d'en Claret between Valldemossa and Esporles when he crashed and suffered serious injuries. This year saw a record 8500 cyclists participate, 2600 from Mallorca.

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The tragedy occurred on Saturday morning, with ex-Chelsea and Real Madrid soccer star Hazard taking part in the famous event.

The Guardia Civil and ambulances went to the scene. He was taken to hospital but died en route.

The organizers halted the event for a time after learning of his death and expressed their condolences to his family and loved ones and offered any necessary support.

They also announced they would make changes to the programme and hold a memorial service at the trophy presentation ceremony, which will be adapted out of respect to the deceased and his family.

The 2025 Mallorca 312 OK Mobility had a record number of cyclists. The maximum is normally 8,000. This year there was be 8,500, of whom 2,600 will be from Mallorca, with other participants from 80 different countries.

Last month, a dozen groups issued a joint statement calling for the event to be suspended until a rigorous and strict evaluation of the public interest had been carried out. These groups argued that 312 just adds to tourist overcrowding and that the chief beneficiaries are certain businesses.

A point being made by the organisers is that the number of local cyclists this year is a record and is perhaps intended to rebuff an accusation made in that statement that 312 doesn't respond to any social need in Mallorca.

The twelve groups drew attention to road closures and residents being unable to go anywhere for several hours. The organisers said they would again look at the routes and seek to minimise disruption. There are in fact three challenges that can be selected by participants - 167, 225 and the full 312 kilometres around the island.

Santini and Roberge win 2025 Majorca 312 Gran Fondo

In a thrilling display of endurance and competitive spirit, Michela Santini and Adam Roberge emerged victorious in the prestigious 2025 Majorca 312 Gran Fondo, held on Saturday April 26, 2025. The event, renowned for its challenging routes and breathtaking scenery, attracted cycling enthusiasts from around the globe, all vying for glory on the roads of Majorca.

In the men’s race, Adam Roberge, representing the Felt UN1TD pro US gravel team, showcased his exceptional speed and tactical prowess as he outpaced Luke Barfoot of First-TeamJobs, finishing with a time of 08:39:28. Roberge's victory was hard-fought, with Eduardo Talavera Fernandez of Grvl Origin taking third place, further highlighting the competitive nature of this year’s event.

“I pushed myself to the limit today,” Roberge stated after his win. “The competition was fierce, but the support from the crowd and my team fueled my determination. This victory is a testament to the hard work we’ve put in over the season.”

In the women’s category, Michela Santini delivered a stunning performance, crossing the finish line with a time of 09:49:15, an impressive eight minutes ahead of her nearest rival, Ibrich Weymans from GRANFONDOTEAM.BE. Monika Dietl, representing Team Bernshausen by Kirchmair, VfB Hallbergmoos-Goldach e.V., secured third place, rounding off a highly competitive field.

“Winning the Majorca 312 is a dream come true,” Santini expressed. “The course was challenging, but the atmosphere was electric. I’m proud to represent my team and bring home this victory.”

The event also featured various distances, including the 225km Medio Fondo and the 167km Piccolo Fondo. In the Medio Fondo, Lion Trommer claimed the title for the men’s category with a time of 06:21:47, while Lucy Read of GIVE topped the women’s field with a remarkable 07:11:50.

In the 167km Piccolo Fondo, David López García of Ccartanenc demonstrated his sprinting ability, narrowly edging out ten other cyclists to capture the win in a time of 04:38:24. Yessica Perez Torrente led the women’s category with a strong finish of 05:05:40, showcasing the depth of talent present at this year’s event.

The Majorca 312 Gran Fondo is celebrated not only for its challenging courses but also for its vibrant community of cyclists. This year’s event once again proved to be a highlight in the cycling calendar, bringing together athletes of all levels to celebrate the spirit of endurance sports.

This year's event included ex-professionals; Haimar Zubeldia, Ivan Basso, Alberto Contador, Pedro Horillo, Miguel Indurain, Joseba Beloki, Maurizio Fondereist, Sean Kelly and Alejandro Valverde with bib number 312 as very special guest.

Alejandro Valverde with bib number 312