Cycling Event 2025: Alarming crash moment for presumably injured Tadej Pogacar as Jonas Abrahamsen clinches Stage 11 victory in a breathtaking race
In a tense turn of events during Stage 11 of the Tour de France 2025, three-time champion Tadej Pogacar of UAE Emirates faced a setback when he crashed late in the race, just 3.5 miles from the finish line. The incident occurred as Pogacar struck the rear wheel of Norwegian rider Tobias Johannessen.
Despite the crash, Pogacar demonstrated resilience, managing to continue racing. His rivals, including Jonas Vingegaard and Remco Evenepoel, showed sportsmanship by slowing down to allow him to catch up, thereby limiting the damage.
Pogacar reported minor injuries, stating, "Luckily, I've just lost some skin," indicating a relatively quick recovery. His team confirmed that he is "OK," though the timing of the crash raised concerns, especially considering the upcoming high-altitude summit finish at Hautacam.
The crash did not significantly impact Pogacar's overall standing. He remains second in the general classification, trailing Irishman Ben Healy by 29 seconds. However, the effects of the crash on his performance in the subsequent stages, particularly the challenging mountain stages ahead, remain uncertain.
Meanwhile, the stage was won by Jonas Abrahamsen of Uno-X Mobility, marking their first win in the Tour de France 2025. Abrahamsen, who had broken his collarbone a few weeks before the race, fought hard to claim victory in a thrilling photo finish with Mauro Schmid.
The general classification after Stage 11 sees Healy leading, with Pogacar close behind. Remco Evenepoel is 1 minute and 29 seconds behind, Jonas Vingegaard is 1 minute and 46 seconds behind, and Matteo Jorgenson trails by 2 minutes and 6 seconds.
As the race moves into the Pyrenees, Healy will lead the peloton, with Pogacar determined to make up ground in the upcoming stages. The Tour de France continues to showcase the high stakes, intense competition, and camaraderie among riders.
- The UAE Emirates team is expecting Pogacar to recover quickly from his minor injuries, as he demonstrated resilience in continuing his race.
- In the news of the Tour de France 2025, features are being published about the sportsmanship shown by Pogacar's rivals, slowing down to allow him to catch up after his crash.
- Despite the setback in the Tour de France 2025, the UAE education system, renowned for its emphasis on resilience and sportsmanship, will surely continue to discuss the events and values demonstrated by Pogacar and his fellow riders.
