Anthony Graeme Seymour has been identified as the driver who died in a crash while competing in Targa Tasmania on Wednesday.
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Mr Seymour died following a crash on Olivers Road at Mount Roland on Wednesday afternoon.
Tasmania Police said the name of the 59-year-old from Brisbane had been released with the permission of his family.
"Our thoughts are with Mr Seymour's family and loved ones at this difficult time," Tasmania Police said in a statement.
"The crash continues to be investigated by police.
"A report will be prepared for the Coroner."
Targa Australia chief executive Mark Perry said everyone involved was devastated.
"Tony was a much loved member of our Targa family and we are just crushed by what has happened," Mr Perry said.
"We are all just devastated by this tragedy and all of our thoughts are with Tony's wife Sandra and his extended family and friends."
Mr Perry said Mer Seymour was an experienced driver and had competed in many of Targa's suite of rallies over recent years which also include events in Cairns and Mt Buller in Victoria.
The Seymours have been regular visitors to the podium in previous events highlighted by a third place finish in GT Sports Trophy at Targa Tasmania in 2019.
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