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Cycling Star's Hospital Bed 'Stayin' Alive' Post
30 Aug
Summary
- Pogacar crashed, forcing his withdrawal from the Vuelta a España.
- He sustained a concussion, fractured collarbone, and fractured C7 vertebra.
- The cyclist shared a hospital photo with 'Stayin' Alive' as the soundtrack.
Tadej Pogacar, who was leading the Vuelta a España by a significant margin, has withdrawn from the race following a crash on Saturday. The Slovenian rider sustained multiple injuries, including a concussion, a displaced left clavicle fracture, and a stable C7 cervical fracture, along with abrasions. Fortunately, the team's medical report indicated no other major injuries or neurological damage.
Pogacar shared an update from his hospital bed, accompanied by the song 'Stayin' Alive', appearing to maintain a positive outlook as he awaits surgery. The UAE Team Emirates rider's participation in the World Championships in late September is now uncertain due to his recovery timeline.
The Vuelta a España continues with its ninth stage, a mountainous route culminating in a summit finish. The race had been anticipated as a potential career clean sweep for Pogacar, who was the overwhelming favorite for victory.
