Co-driver competing in Jim Clark Rally dies following crash as driver taken to hospital with serious injuries

One man has died and a second has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a crash during the Jim Clark Rally in the Scottish Borders.

The incident took place around 10.50am on Saturday on the D41/6 Edrom Mains road near Duns.

A 39-year-old man, who was the co-driver of the vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene. His family is aware.

He has been named as Dai Roberts.

In a statement, Motorsport UK said: “Motorsport UK is deeply saddened to announce that co-driver Dai Roberts lost his life in an incident at the Jim Clark Rally on Saturday, May 24 2025.”

The 27-year-old driver has been taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh with serious, but not life-threatening, injuries.

He has been named as James Williams.

No one else was injured in the crash.

The statement continued: “Motorsport UK sends its condolences to Dai’s family and friends, the Jim Clark Rally, Jim Clark Memorial Motor Club and members of the motorsport community.

“Motorsport UK has initiated a full investigation into the circumstances of the incident and will work closely with the Jim Clark Rally event organisers and Jim Clark Memorial Motor Club and will cooperate with the relevant authorities.”

Superintendent Vincent Fisher said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the man who has died and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”

The remainder of the event has been cancelled by organisers, while Sunday’s Jim Clark Reivers Rally has also been cancelled.