This Thursday, when the fourth stage of the Return to the Basque Countrywith 25 kilometers to go from the finish line, a serious fall by the Lidl-trek cyclist Natnael Tesfatsion in a curve harmed his teammates who were in the peloton.
Among those affected, who had to attend medical centers due to the seriousness of their injuries, were the three favorites to win the title: Remco Evenpoel, Primoz Roglic and Jonas Vingegaard. The latter was the one who bore the brunt of the wounded.
Vingegaard, corridor of the Visma-Lease a Bike, He remained motionless on the floor, where medical care teams were taken immediately after the event. The images were worrying, the Dane showed no signs of movement until he had to be carried on a stretcher and wearing a neck brace to protect his neck in case of injury.
In its 'x' account, the team gave a piece of reassurance to fans who were waiting for news about the runner's health. “Fortunately he was conscious when we reached him. jonas He is now being examined in the hospital. We are waiting for any updates,” the publication mentions.
“It was a nasty accident, but fortunately he is stable and conscious. Examinations at the hospital have revealed that he has a broken collarbone and several broken ribs. He remains in hospital as a precaution,” he added.
After the fall, the race leaders decided not to count the stage times and only allow the 6 escaped cyclists to fight for victory. The others advanced to the finish line in a neutralized manner.
Regarding the other cyclists involved in the incident, television images showed that they were conscious and walked out of the race. Primoz Roglic, For example, it is seen in his car in images released by his Bora team.
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