Xeraco, Spain, 30 August (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Five-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar will undergo surgery after a heavy crash forced him to abandon the Vuelta a España while leading the race. The Tadej Pogacar surgery will treat a displaced left collarbone fracture, while doctors are also monitoring a concussion and stable C7 cervical fracture.
Pogacar crashed with more than 30km remaining on stage eight from Pucol to Xeraco. Television footage showed the 27-year-old swerving to his right, colliding with another rider and falling before riders behind became involved. He tried to stand and continue but was eventually taken away by ambulance.
Why did Pogacar crash and why does he need surgery?
Footage indicated Pogacar was attempting to avoid something on the road, with reports identifying a stone as a possible cause. UAE Team Emirates-XRG sports manager Joxean Fernández Matxin stressed there was no individual to blame.
Matxin said: “It’s no one’s responsibility. … It’s simply one of those things that happens in cycling, unfortunately.”
Hospital examinations found a concussion, displaced left clavicle fracture, stable C7 fracture and abrasions. UAE medical director Dr Adrian Rotunno confirmed that Tadej Pogacar surgery is required but will not take place immediately because doctors are following concussion precautions.
Rotunno said: “Fortunately, no other major injuries and no neurological fallout.” He confirmed Pogacar remains under the team’s medical care and further information will follow after surgery.
What will Pogacar face during his recovery?
The immediate concern is treating his concussion safely before doctors operate on the collarbone. The team has not announced a recovery timetable, making it too early to determine when Pogacar can return to competitive cycling.
The crash is a major interruption to an exceptional season. Pogacar won a record-equalling fifth Tour de France title in July and entered the Vuelta seeking the only Grand Tour missing from his career record. Victory would have made him the ninth male rider to win the Tour, Giro d’Italia and Vuelta.
How does the crash change the Vuelta?
Pogacar held a commanding three-minute, 50-second advantage over Enric Mas before the accident. His withdrawal handed the overall lead to the Movistar rider, dramatically changing the battle for the red jersey.
Mas declined to wear the jersey during the podium ceremony, holding it instead as a gesture towards Pogacar. The Spaniard said it was “a real shame” and expressed hope that his rival would recover quickly.
For Pogacar, competition is now secondary. The Tadej Pogacar surgery, concussion monitoring and rehabilitation will determine his return, with UAE Team Emirates-XRG expected to provide further medical updates after the operation.
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15 responses to “Tadej Pogacar to Undergo Surgery Following Vuelta Crash in Spain”
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Guess it takes a special kind of talent to crash and still be leading the race. Maybe next time, Tadej could try avoiding stones instead of making them the next big cycling hazard, eh? 🚴♂️💥
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Just when you think cycling can’t get any more dramatic, Tadej decides to turn a simple race into a medical episode! 🤦♂️ Perhaps he thought dodging stones was the new Olympic sport? 🥇
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Just when you thought cycling couldn’t get any more dramatic, our boy Tadej goes and gives the term “collarbone fracture” a whole new meaning. 🤦♂️ Better luck dodging stones next time, eh?
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Looks like Tadej’s new strategy for winning races involves a detour to the operating room – must be a trendy new cycling technique! 🚴♂️💔 Hope he doesn’t start a fashion line called ‘Chic in Concussion’!
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Crashing out of the Vuelta while leading? Classic Pogacar, always in it for the dramatic exit! 😅 Guess it’s time for some ‘collarbone chic’ surgery—who knew cycling was a fashion statement too? 🏥🚴♂️
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Typical, innit? Just when you think you’re winning, a cheeky stone decides to play tag, and suddenly you’re off to the hospital instead of the podium. Hope the surgery goes smoother than his ride, mate! 😅
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Seems like Pogacar’s plan for a leisurely Vuelta was interrupted by a dramatic tango with a stone. Who knew cycling came with such a hefty “collarbone” insurance premium? 😂🚴♂️
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Not sure what’s more surprising, Pogacar’s crash or that he thought dodging a stone would be easier than a ride through the Alps. 🚴♂️💥 Hope the doctors have better luck than he did!
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So, Tadej decides to take a dramatic detour at the Vuelta—classic move, really. I suppose the collarbone will get a nice upgrade, but let’s hope he doesn’t pull a “pothole dodger” again next time! 🚴♂️💥
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Tadej’s on the operating table now, guess the Vuelta just couldn’t handle all that talent without a little drama. Just when you thought cycling was all about the pedals, eh? 🚴♂️🤣
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Looks like Tadej’s going for a new kind of “bike repair.” Who knew cycling came with such a side of surgery? 🚴♂️💔
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Looks like Pogacar’s taking “road rash” to a whole new level—who knew dodging stones could lead to a VIP surgery slot? 🚑👀 Just when you think cycling’s all about speed, the real competition seems to be between the doctors and the recovery time!
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Looks like Tadej decided to spice up his Vuelta experience with a bit of unscheduled surgery—talk about taking a dive in style! 🚴♂️💥 Hope the doctors are ready for the Tour de Bedrest next!
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Looks like the only thing faster than Pogacar on the bike is his trip to the operating table! 🚴♂️💨 Hope his collarbone enjoys the VIP treatment!
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Seems like Tadej decided to take an early exit from the Vuelta; who knew dodging a stone could lead to a full-on surgery tour? 🤷♂️ Better luck next time, mate! 🏥💔
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