Demi Vollering commences Stage 4 of the Tour de France Femmes following comprehensive medical evaluations and a second assessment for a concussion.
Demi Vollering, the Dutch cyclist, has been given the green light to continue her participation in the Tour de France Femmes following a crash during stage 3. After undergoing further medical examinations, including a second concussion protocol check, Vollering was cleared of any serious injuries.
Vollering, who is a member of the FDJ-SUEZ team, sustained multiple contusions but was fortunate not to have any urgent injuries that required hospitalization. She reported experiencing pain in her knees, back, neck, and glutes, but after careful monitoring, she was deemed fit to continue racing.
The crash occurred with 3.6km to go on the outskirts of Angers, and Vollering was quickly attended to by her teammates Amber Kraak and Juliette Labous, who escorted her to the finish line.
The competitive nature of the race is expected to lead to more crashes, according to Marianne Vos, a fellow cyclist and race participant. Vos, who will wear the race leader's yellow jersey during stage 4, warned of potential crashes due to riders fighting for position. However, Vos does not believe that crashes are primarily about respect.
Stephen Delcourt, FDJ-Suez team manager, expressed concern about the lack of respect in the peloton, attributing the crashes to rider error rather than route design.
Despite the setback, Vollering remains determined to keep competing in the Tour de France Femmes. Subscription to Cyclingnews provides access to unlimited coverage of the event.
- Demi Vollering, despite facing pain in her knees, back, neck, and glutes, continues to race in the sports event, the Tour de France Femmes, showcasing her strong determination and resilience.
- The intense competition in the Tour de France Femmes, as suggested by fellow cyclist Marianne Vos, may result in more crashes due to riders vying for better positions and focuses more on racing tactics rather than respect for fellow competitors.
