Sanctioning of Sporting Event by National Organization Does Not Equal Control

A New York state appeals court has affirmed the dismissal of all claims against USA Cycling, Inc., which had sanctioned, but did not organize or control, a road race during which the plaintiffs were injured when the pace vehicle veered off the course and into the crowd. A local promoter organized the event, obtained sanctioning from USA Cycling and employed the driver of the pace vehicle, which was owned by the promoter.   In granting summary judgment and dismissing the complaint as against