5 September 2026
Pogacar to miss rest of season after Vuelta crash
Five-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar will not race again this season after suffering injuries, including a fracture in his neck, at the Vuelta a Espana. BBC Sport reported the injury list and the decision that he will sit out the remainder of the season. Pogacar’s withdrawal removes a leading competitor from races scheduled for the rest of the year and will affect his team’s plans for upcoming events. No further details about his recovery timeline or specific medical treatment have been supplied.
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His absence removes a leading contender from the remainder of the season, altering competitive line-ups and team strategies.
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