CroatiaSlovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar suffered a severe crash during the eighth stage of the Vuelta a España, resulting in serious injuries including a fractured left clavicle, a displaced fracture of the C7 vertebra, and a concussion. The crash occurred 33 kilometers from the finish line when he lost control of his bike and collided with another rider. His team, UAE Emirates-XRG, confirmed that Pogačar is in stable condition but will require surgery for the clavicle fracture, which has been postponed due to the risk associated with his concussion. While the team has not officially announced the end of his season, it is highly likely that Pogačar will miss major upcoming races such as the World Championships in Montreal and the Milan-San Remo, both of which he was expected to compete in. Additionally, this injury may prevent him from winning the Vuelta a España, which would complete his set of grand tour victories.
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