Slovenian Olympic cycling champion Primož Roglič has said that he was hit by a car whilst preparing for the Vuelta a España. The Tokyo Olympic gold medallist in the individual time trial announced on social media that, as a result, he would not be competing in either the Clásica San Sebastián one-day race or the Tour of Burgos.
The 36-year-old from the German Red Bull team explained that his goal remains to compete in the third major national stage race. “Everything is now focused on the Vuelta. We’re working hard and hoping that things will turn out for the best,” wrote Roglic.
The Slovenian did not initially provide any further details about the accident or any possible injuries. However, a bruise on the back of his thigh can be seen in a photo that has been published. “It’s not the best-case scenario, but that’s life,” he wrote. To date, Roglic has won the Vuelta – which begins on 22 August in Monaco – in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2024.
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