During the first stage of the Tour du Rwanda in the Gabiro region, a vehicle from the advertising caravan veered off the road, tragically killing two spectators and injuring six others. The incident overshadowed the sporting event, which saw Israeli rider Itamar Einhorn of NSN win the opening stage. Tour organizers confirmed the fatalities and injuries in a statement on X, emphasizing their commitment to public safety and expressing condolences to the victims' families. Authorities have launched an investigation into the accident's causes, and the injured are receiving medical attention.