Manx cyclist Jonathan Bellis (Saxo Bank) is in critical condition following a crash on a motor scooter early Saturday morning in Quarrata, Italy. He suffered head injuries in the accident.
Police are determining the cause of the accident.
Bellis, 21, is in Quarrata to train with other British riders and national British Under 23 director Max Sciandri. Bellis is on the preliminary list of riders for elite World Championships next Sunday in Mendrisio, Switzerland.
"All our focus and attention right now is on Johnny and his family and ensuring that they are looked after and given the best possible care at this time," said British Cycling's Performance Director.