Former Danish Cyclist Sorensen Dies in Road Accident

Former Danish Cyclist Sorensen Dies in Road Accident
Chris Anker Sorensen of Denmark celebrates on the podium after winning the sixth stage of the Dauphine cycling race between Morzine and La Toussuire, in La Toussuire, French Alps, on June 14, 2008. Robert Pratta/Reuters
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Former Danish professional cyclist Chris Anker Sorensen has died after being hit by a vehicle during a ride in Belgium, the International Cycling Union (UCI) said on Saturday.

Sorensen, 37, was due to commentate on the upcoming road world championships in Flanders.