Cyclist crashes into scooter during race in Germany, avoiding serious injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:09 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
A cycling race in Germany experienced a dramatic crash when an elderly spectator on a mobility scooter rolled into the path of riders on June 14, 2026. Dutch racer Paul Vriesman collided with the scooter, flipping over his handlebars, while several other cyclists fell as well. Despite the violent nature of the incident, all involved, including the spectator, suffered only minor injuries. The event took place during the final stage of the Saarland Trofeo Juniors, part of the UCI Junior Nations Cup. Following a brief pause, the race resumed, with Alistair Forsyth winning the stage and Sindre Orholm-Lonseth taking the overall victory.
- •Crash occurred during the Saarland Trofeo Juniors on June 14.
- •Paul Vriesman collided with a mobility scooter on the course.
- •Several riders fell in the resulting pileup but avoided serious injuries.
- •The race resumed after a brief stop to address the incident.
- •Alistair Forsyth won the final stage; Sindre Orholm-Lonseth won overall.
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"A cycling race in Germany ended in a pileup on Sunday after an elderly spectator on a mobility scooter rolled onto the course as the riders came through at full speed. One rider managed to ... Read more
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