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Pogacar withdraws from Vuelta after crash injuries

8/31/2026

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Pogacar Withdraws

Tadej Pogacar (UAE Emirates-XRG) abandoned the Vuelta a España after a crash on stage 8.
A rock hit his front wheel 32 km from the finish, causing shoulder, eyebrow, concussion and collarbone injuries.
Enric Mas (Movistar) became the virtual race leader, wearing the red jersey on stage 9.
Bryan Coquard (Cofidis) won the stage, finishing more than 11 minutes ahead of the UAE squad.

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Pogacar Surgery

Pogacar will undergo clavicle surgery in Barcelona after his concussion clears.
Dr. Adrian Rotunno confirmed a stable C7 fracture, reducing spinal-cord injury risk.
The injuries likely rule Pogacar out of the September 27 World Championships in Montreal.
UAE Team Emirates said they will prioritize his recovery over race results.
Agent Alex Carera said Pogacar’s season may continue, with no timeline before post-surgery assessment.

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Pogacar Withdraws

Tadej Pogacar (UAE Emirates-XRG) abandoned the Vuelta a España after a crash on stage 8.
A rock hit his front wheel 32 km from the finish, causing shoulder, eyebrow, concussion and collarbone injuries.
Enric Mas (Movistar) became the virtual race leader, wearing the red jersey on stage 9.
Bryan Coquard (Cofidis) won the stage, finishing more than 11 minutes ahead of the UAE squad.

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