Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs Phillip Watts and Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Eli Zackour both spoke out in the aftermath of the death of Rakesh "Ronnie" Ragoonanan, one of two men killed in accidents last weekend.

Watts extended condolences to Ragoonanan's friends and family in a media release on September 15.

“Ronnie was not only a dedicated cyclist and coach within the Central Spokes Cycle Club (CSCC), but also a true mentor who inspired many within the cycling fraternity,” Watts said in the release.