The heavy fall that occurred on Thursday, during the 4th stage of the Tour of the Basque Country, could have been dramatic. Several runners fell after poorly negotiating a turn on a descent. The images were impressive and could lead one to fear the worst. Ultimately, the results, particularly for the outgoing double winner of the Tour de France, Jonas Vingegaard, are almost reassuring. Their season will, however, be seriously impacted.
Jonas Vingegaard (DAN, Visma-Lease a bike)
Pneumothorax, pulmonary contusion and fractures of the left clavicle and several ribs.
Remco Evenepoel (BEL, Soudal-Quick Step)
Fractures of the right clavicle and right scapula.
Estimated return: 8 weeks.
Estimated return: no notable absence.
Jay Vine (AUS, UAE)
Fractures of a cervical and two vertebrae.
Estimated return: 12 weeks
Steff Cras (BEL, TotalEnergies)
Pneumothorax on the right, rib fractures, two vertebral fractures.
Estimated return: 12 weeks.
Natnael Tesfatsion (ERY, Lidl-Trek)
Bruises and abrasions on the right side.
Estimated return: no notable absence.
Sean Quinn (USA, EF Education-EasyPost)
Concussion and broken sternum, abrasions and bruises.
Estimated return: 6 weeks.