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Tadej Pogačar injured in crash, season likely over

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 8:05 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Tadej Pogačar injured in crash, season likely over

Summary

Cyclist Tadej Pogačar suffered a collarbone and cervical fracture following a crash during the Vuelta a Espana's eighth stage. Initial attempts to continue riding proved unsuccessful due to severe pain, leading to his withdrawal. Medical assessments confirm he also has a concussion and multiple abrasions. The injury is expected to end Pogačar's season, jeopardizing his chance to defend his world title next month. Enric Mas now leads the overall standings at the Vuelta.

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By the Numbers

•Pogačar crashed with 32 kilometers remaining in stage eight.
•Medical team confirmed collarbone and cervical fractures, requiring surgery.
•He was leading the Vuelta by 3:50 minutes before the incident.
•Enric Mas took over as overall leader following the crash.
•Bryan Coquard won the eighth stage in a sprint finish.

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8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Pogačar suffers fractures in probable season-ending crash at Vuelta

What they're saying

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Cycling superstar Tadej Pogačar suffered a collarbone and cervical fracture after crashing on the Vuelta a Espana eighth stage on Saturday, forcing him to withdraw. The record-equalling five-times Tour de France champion had initially tried to get back on his bike after falling, possibly due to a stone on the road.
— Yahoo Sports

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