Stricken cyclist Filippo Baroncini, following a severe accident during the Tour of Poland, has been moved into an induced coma; condolences pour in from various quarters.
The Tour of Poland marked a significant milestone for UAE Team Emirates-XRG, securing their 25th General Classification (GC) win of the season. However, the event was overshadowed by a serious crash involving team member Filippo Baroncini, who remains in an induced coma following multiple injuries.
Baroncini, a talented cyclist who has previously won the Baloise Belgium Tour and the Super 8 Classic, suffered facial fractures, vertebral fractures, and a broken collarbone in the incident. The crash temporarily halted the race, involving other riders including Paul Lapeira, the race leader.
The cyclist was initially treated in a hospital in Wrocław, Poland, and placed in an induced coma to aid his recovery and manage the critical injuries. His condition is reported as stable, with vital parameters under control.
UAE Team Emirates-XRG manager Mauro Gianetti confirmed the news, noting that Baroncini's condition is stable though he remains in a medically induced coma for his safety and ongoing treatment. Gianetti also mentioned that there is a possibility that surgery on the vertebrae may be avoided depending on specialist assessment.
On August 10, 2025, Baroncini was flown to Milan’s Niguarda hospital for surgery, where he will continue his recovery. His team and teammate Brandon McNulty have dedicated recent race triumphs to Baroncini, indicating strong team support during his recovery.
As of the latest update, no new concerns have arisen regarding Baroncini's fractured cervical vertebra. The primary concern remains the vertebra injury, but the situation appears to be stable.
Team boss Mauro Gianetti flew to Poland to support Baroncini, while McNulty dedicated his overall win at the Tour of Poland to his injured teammate. The update did not mention any changes in the medical care and supervision being provided by UAE Team Emirates-XRG for Baroncini, nor any changes in the overall race standings of the Tour of Poland.
The cycling community continues to rally around Baroncini, hoping for a speedy and full recovery.
Sports came to a standstill for the UAE Team Emirates-XRG as the Tour of Poland was overshadowed by a crash involving team member Filippo Baroncini, a notable sportsman who has previously won several sports events. Baroncini, currently in an induced coma due to critical injuries, has been receiving support from his team and the wider sports community as he undergoes recovery.
