Pogacar will miss rest of season after Vuelta crash
Summary
Tadej Pogacar, a top cyclist and five-time Tour de France winner, will miss the rest of the season after crashing at the Vuelta a España. He suffered serious injuries including a broken neck, collarbone, and a concussion, and will focus on recovery instead of racing until 2027.Key Facts
- Pogacar crashed during the eighth stage of the Vuelta a España last month.
- His injuries include a stable neck fracture, a broken collarbone, a concussion, and multiple cuts.
- He underwent surgery for his broken collarbone.
- Pogacar was leading the race when he crashed and had a strong chance to win.
- He will miss the World Championships in Montreal and the European Championships in Ljubljana.
- His team says he will not race again until he is fully recovered, with no set return date.
- Pogacar signed a contract extension with UAE Team Emirates-XRG until 2032.
- He aims to come back healthy and ready for the 2027 season.
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