Very sad news. By all accounts, both Gaudreau's had an infectious sprit that brightened up people's lives. We need more of that in the world, not less. They will be missed for sure by many.
Feel for his sister as well. Whenever they (presumably) reschedule her wedding, it's going to be nearly impossible for it not to be a sad day, instead of a happy one.
Cycling just always seems so dangerous unfortunately. You have no control over what drivers are doing, and very little awareness of whether they are paying attention behind you, so you can take evasive action.
I know he's not the victim here, and he deserves to be held accountable, but I hope social media doesn't go on a vengeance campaign against the driver. That won't help anyone.
Understandable reaction, but his stupid mistake just ruined his and his families lives too. He may have children that will be hurt by this, because he's going to prison for a while. He admitted to being drunk and that it contributed to his impatience and reckless driving. The DA will probably go for the max because they're public figures. If he has young children, they'll be losing a father when they need him the most, and that will undoubtably have a significant negative impact on their life.
Just a very sad human story that unfortunately isn't as rare as it should be. RIP.
