Blackpool Tower Circus evacuated after 'Globe of Death' act high-speed bike crashThe motorcyclist reportedly sustained injuries during the 'Globe of Death act', a dramatic stunt in which a rider performs at high speeds inside a steel mesh sphere. View Image Emergency crews raced to the scene of the incident involving a biker performing a stuntBlackpool Tower Circus was evacuated today after a horror bike incident unfolded in front of families. Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. A statement shared by Everything Blackpool read: "We’re saddened to report that during today’s performance at Blackpool Tower Circus, one of the motorcyclists in the iconic Globe of Death act sustained injuries. A Blackpool Tower Circus spokesperson added: “We have rigorous safety protocols in place, and the performer was executing a rehearsed move under planned conditions.”Elsewhere, spokesperson for Blackpool Tourism Limited said: “We can confirm that an incident occurred at The Blackpool Tower Circus earlier today which led to an early ending of the show."