Mattias Skjelmose faced a serious crash during the Paris-Nice race, impacting his chance for a podium finish. Despite sustaining injuries requiring stitches and further evaluation, he avoided fractures. His team reported on social media that initial assessments showed no major injuries. Skjelmose reflected on the demanding nature of cycling and his determination to recover and participate in future events, including the Ardennes Classics, emphasizing the unpredictable challenges athletes face in their careers.
"Good news! Initial reports from the hospital informs us that there are no fractures for Skjelmose," the team announced in a social media post.
"The dream of a podium spot was snatched away from me when I crashed today with 50km to go," Skjelmose wrote.
"Cycling is a relentless sport. One day you feel great, the next everything can change in a split second. But you have to remember that the battles to overcome setbacks are just as important."
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