Cyclist from Italy in critical condition following severe accident
Italian Cyclist Filippo Baroncini Remains in Induced Coma After Crash at Tour de Pologne
Italian cyclist Filippo Baroncini is currently in a stable condition but remains in an induced coma following a severe crash during stage 3 of the 2025 Tour de Pologne in Poland. The crash, which occurred around 22 kilometers from the finish line, left Baroncini with multiple injuries, including fractured vertebrae, a broken collarbone, and multiple facial fractures [1][2][5].
Baroncini was initially hospitalized in Wałbrzych, Poland, but due to his ongoing need for care, he was transferred back to Italy, where he will undergo further surgery and recovery at Milan’s Niguarda hospital [3]. His vital signs have remained stable with no new concerns [1][2][3]. It is not yet clear if surgery on his vertebrae will be required, as specialists continue to assess this [2].
The crash has brought back memories of past incidents at the Tour de Pologne. In 2019, Belgian cyclist Bjorg Lambrecht died following a crash at the same event [1][6]. That crash involved him crashing into a concrete structure, resulting in his tragic death. In 2020, Dutch cyclist Fabio Jakobsen was involved in a crash during the first stage of the Poland Tour, resulting in him being placed in an induced coma, losing most of his teeth, and requiring multiple surgeries [1][4]. That crash involved Jakobsen being pushed into a barrier at high speed.
Jakobsen's crash in 2020 caused widespread shock, and he was suspended for nine months following the incident [1][4]. This year's crash involving Baroncini has also affected other riders, including Rafal Majka and Antonio Tiberi, in addition to Baroncini [1].
Baroncini’s team manager Mauro Gianetti and teammates, including Brandon McNulty who dedicated his Tour de Pologne victory to him, have expressed cautious optimism and focused on patience and careful medical care during his recovery [3][4][5]. The induced coma is being maintained as a precaution to facilitate healing [1][2].
The race was neutralized for 15 minutes due to the crash, highlighting the dangers of high-speed racing and the need for safety measures [1]. Crashes have been a recurring issue at the Poland Tour, and the focus now turns to ensuring the safety of all competitors in the remaining stages of the race.
This information reflects updates provided up to August 11, 2025 [1][2][3][4][5].
[1] Cyclingnews. (2025). Filippo Baroncini remains in coma after Tour de Pologne crash. [online] Available at: https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/filippo-baroncini-remains-in-coma-after-tour-de-pologne-crash/
[2] Cycling Weekly. (2025). Filippo Baroncini remains in coma following Tour de Pologne crash. [online] Available at: https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/racing/filippo-baroncini-remains-in-coma-following-tour-de-pologne-crash-371406
[3] Reuters. (2025). Filippo Baroncini to be flown back to Italy for surgery after Tour de Pologne crash. [online] Available at: https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/filippo-baroncini-flown-back-italy-surgery-after-tour-de-pologne-crash-2025-08-11/
[4] BBC Sport. (2025). Filippo Baroncini remains in coma after Tour de Pologne crash. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cycling/58252189
[5] The Guardian. (2025). Filippo Baroncini remains in coma after crash at Tour de Pologne. [online] Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/aug/11/filippo-baroncini-remains-in-coma-after-crash-at-tour-de-pologne
[6] Cyclingnews. (2019). Bjorg Lambrecht dies after crash at Tour de Pologne. [online] Available at: https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/bjorg-lambrecht-dies-after-crash-at-tour-de-pologne/
News headline: Induced Comas in Sports: Filippo Baroncini and Fabio Jakobsen's Struggles
General news: The recent crash during the 2025 Tour de Pologne has left Italian cyclist Filippo Baroncini in an induced coma due to multiple injuries, joined by previous injury victim Fabio Jakobsen who faced the same ordeal in 2020. The sports world is reminded of the risks associated with high-speed racing and the necessity for safety measures.
