{"id":2032133,"date":"2026-07-07T09:16:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T06:16:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2032133"},"modified":"2026-07-07T09:16:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T06:16:33","slug":"club-deeply-shocked-as-rider-killed-in-skerries-100-road-race-named","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2032133","title":{"rendered":"Club \u201cdeeply shocked\u201d as rider killed in Skerries 100 road race named"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;]<\/p>\n<article>\n<header id=\"lbs-article\" class=\"article header article-header section layout layout--article-header\">\n<div class=\"col headline\">\n<div>\n<h1>Club \u201cdeeply shocked\u201d as rider killed in Skerries 100 road race named<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>John O\u2019Donovan has been named as the rider killed at the Skerries 100 last weekend<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section two-column\">\n<div class=\"col article-info\">\n<div>\n<address> Lewis Duncan <\/address>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><time datetime=\"2026-07-07T10:16:33+01:00\">07 Jul 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col article-actions\">\n<div class=\"block block-better-social-sharing-buttons block-social-sharing-buttons-block\">\n<div class=\"social-sharing-buttons\"><span class=\"ssb-title\"> Share<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div id=\"lbs-content\" class=\"content wide-two-column-sticky section layout layout--wide-two-column-sticky\">\n<div class=\"col first-column\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=1920&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1920w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=1800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=1600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=1500&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1500w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=1200&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1200w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=900&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 900w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 800w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 600w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=400&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>John O&#8217;Donovan, Skerries 100<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Pat Nolan \/ Skerries 100<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-preferred-source\">\n<div class=\"preferred-source-cta\">  Add as a preferred source <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, organisers of the Skerries 100, says they are \u201cdeeply shocked\u201d after experienced racer John O\u2019Donovan was killed in a crash at the event.<\/p>\n<p>The Skerries 100 road race was abandoned last Sunday following a fatal accident on the course during the Junior Support contest.<\/p>\n<p>An initial statement did not name the rider involved while their next of kin were informed.<\/p>\n<p>On Monday, the organisers released a statement paying tribute to O\u2019Donovan.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Committee and Members of the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club are deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of competitor #136, John O\u2019Donovan, following an incident during the Junior Support race at the Skerries 100,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cAt this incredibly difficult time, our heartfelt condolences are with John\u2019s wife Valerie, his children Sean, Libby and Emily, his extended family, his many friends, and all of his club mates in the West Cork Motorcycle Club.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe loss of such an experienced and respected rider will be felt throughout the close-knit road racing community.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-a6f306bb45795beca620bac12d0f02acd515afdef71a64dcd9e6957d3ffd7f9f\">  Motorcycling Ireland issues statement after \u201ctragic\u201d Skerries 100 fatality   Skerries 100 road races cancelled after fatal crash <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cToday, that community mourns together, as John was a passionate competitor who was greatly respected. His contribution to the sport will not be soon forgotten.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOn behalf of everyone at the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, we extend our deepest sympathies to the O\u2019Donovan family and ask that their privacy be respected as they come to terms with this devastating loss.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMay John rest in peace.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-4cd34b87c2fed2fce1fa7e6de8d888a920a0ff18026c2afada65a4545261850a\">  James Walsh dies after Tandragee 100 accident   Injured Isle of Man TT racer reveals vision problems after serious crash <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>O\u2019Donovan is the second rider from County Cork to be killed in a road racing accident this week.<\/p>\n<p>The Tandragee 100 the previous weekend was marred by the death of John Walsh in a crash.<\/p>\n<p>His partner, Claire O\u2019Shea, posted a tribute to him on social media, writing: \u201cJames Walsh,\u00a0my love, my best friend, my world has passed away in the early hours of this morning Fri 3 July, but not before once more helping people on his way out.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHe was able to donate his kidneys, which will provide hope for other families and comfort for ours.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfter a catastrophic crash on Saturday 27 June at the Tandragee road races, and extraordinary efforts by the paramedics to restart his heart, he was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast where we have remained by his bedside since.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cHis mom, Geraldine and I know how much love James had in his life and that so many are affected by his passing, and we thank you so much for your patience since the accident.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>In this article<\/h2>\n<div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Road Racing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-next-prev\">\n<div class=\"next-prev-pager contextual-region\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item prev\">\n<h3>  Previous<\/h3>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\"> Motorcycling Ireland issues statement after \u201ctragic\u201d Skerries 100 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29\/06\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_6414-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_6414-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/img_6414-jpg.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Isle of Man TT racer gives update on \u201cnew journey\u201d after crash that paralysed them<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1782379448\"> 25\/06\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/costello-2019-ctt.png?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/costello-2019-ctt.png?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 180w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/costello-2019-ctt.png?height=90&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> RR  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Isle of Man TT superstar Peter Hickman set for road racing career first<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1781943256\"> 20\/06\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/art-body-hickman-superbike-jpg.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 270w,https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-05\/art-body-hickman-superbike-jpg.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=1:1 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90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>John O\u2019Donovan has been named as the rider killed at the Skerries 100 last weekend<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, organisers of the Skerries 100, says they are \u201cdeeply shocked\u201d after experienced racer John O\u2019Donovan was killed in a crash at the event.<\/p>\n<p>The Skerries 100 road race was abandoned last Sunday following a fatal accident on the course during the Junior Support contest.<\/p>\n<p>An initial statement did not name the rider involved while their next of kin were informed.<\/p>\n<p>On Monday, the organisers released a statement paying tribute to O\u2019Donovan.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Committee and Members of the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club are deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of competitor #136, John O\u2019Donovan, following an incident during the Junior Support race at the Skerries 100,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cAt this incredibly difficult time, our heartfelt condolences are with John\u2019s wife Valerie, his children Sean, Libby and Emily, his extended family, his many friends, and all of his club mates in the West Cork Motorcycle Club.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe loss of such an experienced and respected rider will be felt throughout the close-knit road racing community.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-a6f306bb45795beca620bac12d0f02acd515afdef71a64dcd9e6957d3ffd7f9f\">  Motorcycling Ireland issues statement after \u201ctragic\u201d Skerries 100 fatality   Skerries 100 road races cancelled after fatal crash <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cToday, that community mourns together, as John was a passionate competitor who was greatly respected. His contribution to the sport will not be soon forgotten.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOn behalf of everyone at the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, we extend our deepest sympathies to the O\u2019Donovan family and ask that their privacy be respected as they come to terms with this devastating loss.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMay John rest in peace.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-4cd34b87c2fed2fce1fa7e6de8d888a920a0ff18026c2afada65a4545261850a\">  James Walsh dies after Tandragee 100 accident   Injured Isle of Man TT racer reveals vision problems after serious crash <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>O\u2019Donovan is the second rider from County Cork to be killed in a road racing accident this week.<\/p>\n<p>The Tandragee 100 the previous weekend was marred by the death of John Walsh in a crash.<\/p>\n<p>His partner, Claire O\u2019Shea, posted a tribute to him on social media, writing: \u201cJames Walsh,\u00a0my love, my best friend, my world has passed away in the early hours of this morning Fri 3 July, but not before once more helping people on his way out.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHe was able to donate his kidneys, which will provide hope for other families and comfort for ours.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfter a catastrophic crash on Saturday 27 June at the Tandragee road races, and extraordinary efforts by the paramedics to restart his heart, he was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast where we have remained by his bedside since.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cHis mom, Geraldine and I know how much love James had in his life and that so many are affected by his passing, and we thank you so much for your patience since the accident.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, organisers of the Skerries 100, says they are \u201cdeeply shocked\u201d after experienced racer John O\u2019Donovan was killed in a crash at the event.<\/p>\n<p>The Skerries 100 road race was abandoned last Sunday following a fatal accident on the course during the Junior Support contest.<\/p>\n<p>An initial statement did not name the rider involved while their next of kin were informed.<\/p>\n<p>On Monday, the organisers released a statement paying tribute to O\u2019Donovan.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Committee and Members of the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club are deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of competitor #136, John O\u2019Donovan, following an incident during the Junior Support race at the Skerries 100,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cAt this incredibly difficult time, our heartfelt condolences are with John\u2019s wife Valerie, his children Sean, Libby and Emily, his extended family, his many friends, and all of his club mates in the West Cork Motorcycle Club.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe loss of such an experienced and respected rider will be felt throughout the close-knit road racing community.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-a6f306bb45795beca620bac12d0f02acd515afdef71a64dcd9e6957d3ffd7f9f\">  Motorcycling Ireland issues statement after \u201ctragic\u201d Skerries 100 fatality   Skerries 100 road races cancelled after fatal crash <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cToday, that community mourns together, as John was a passionate competitor who was greatly respected. His contribution to the sport will not be soon forgotten.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOn behalf of everyone at the Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, we extend our deepest sympathies to the O\u2019Donovan family and ask that their privacy be respected as they come to terms with this devastating loss.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMay John rest in peace.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-4cd34b87c2fed2fce1fa7e6de8d888a920a0ff18026c2afada65a4545261850a\">  James Walsh dies after Tandragee 100 accident   Injured Isle of Man TT racer reveals vision problems after serious crash <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>O\u2019Donovan is the second rider from County Cork to be killed in a road racing accident this week.<\/p>\n<p>The Tandragee 100 the previous weekend was marred by the death of John Walsh in a crash.<\/p>\n<p>His partner, Claire O\u2019Shea, posted a tribute to him on social media, writing: \u201cJames Walsh,\u00a0my love, my best friend, my world has passed away in the early hours of this morning Fri 3 July, but not before once more helping people on his way out.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHe was able to donate his kidneys, which will provide hope for other families and comfort for ours.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfter a catastrophic crash on Saturday 27 June at the Tandragee road races, and extraordinary efforts by the paramedics to restart his heart, he was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast where we have remained by his bedside since.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cHis mom, Geraldine and I know how much love James had in his life and that so many are affected by his passing, and we thank you so much for your patience since the accident.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/crash.net\/rr\/news\/1100399\/1\/club-deeply-shocked-rider-killed-skerries-100-road-race-named&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.crash.net\/sites\/default\/files\/2026-07\/screenshot-2026-07-07-at-10.20.01.png?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;] Club \u201cdeeply shocked\u201d as rider killed in Skerries 100 road race named John O\u2019Donovan has been named as the rider killed at the Skerries 100 last weekend Lewis Duncan 07 Jul 2026 Share John O&#8217;Donovan, Skerries 100 \u00a9\u00a0Pat Nolan \/ Skerries 100 Add as a preferred source The Loughshinny Motorcycle Supporters Club, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[47,226],"class_list":["post-2032133","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics","tag-crash-net","tag-crawlmanager"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2032133","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2032133"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2032133\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2032133"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2032133"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2032133"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}