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Severe Giro d'Italia Crash Leaves Hollmann and Hindley with Major Injuries

The stage six accident on rain-slicked roads led to fractures and hospitalizations, raising concerns over race safety in adverse weather.

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Der Spanier Juan Ayuso feiert seinen Tagessieg beim Giro
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Overview

  • A mass crash occurred 70 kilometers from the finish of stage six in Naples, caused by rain-slicked roads.
  • German cyclist Juri Hollmann sustained a double fracture in his forearm and a complex hip fracture, requiring airlift to a hospital in Belgium.
  • 2022 Giro winner Jai Hindley suffered a mild concussion and a lumbar vertebra fracture, and is now recovering at home.
  • Hindley shared updates on Instagram, thanking fans for their support and assuring them of his overall well-being.
  • The crash has reignited discussions about the need for enhanced safety measures in professional cycling under adverse weather conditions.