Max Poole, a 22-year-old British rider for Picnic PostNL, has been diagnosed with Epstein-Barr virus causing glandular fever and will miss the Vuelta a España and all upcoming racing and training. Poole abandoned the Tour de Pologne after not responding positively to training and underwent medical investigations that revealed the infection. Team doctor Camiel Aldershof confirmed the diagnosis and said Poole requires an extended rest to return to full health. Poole had finished 11th at the Giro d'Italia and had been targeting a general classification bid at the Vuelta. Recovery will focus on a gradual return to training once symptoms resolve and medical clearance is given.
We've been looking into the possible reasons for Max's health problems over the past few weeks, and today we confirmed that he has Epstein-Barr virus with glandular fever," Picnic PostNL doctor Camiel Aldershof said. "Sadly, this means he'll need a longer period of rest while we work on getting him back to full health. Now we know what's behind his symptoms, we can start moving in the right direction with his recovery.
It's been a difficult few weeks trying to work out what the situation was and I appreciate the support the team has given me during this period," he said. "I'm pretty relieved to now understand the root of the problem as it means that I can start to focus on recovery and getting my health back on track. I'm really disappointed to miss the team at the Vuelta, and wish them the best of luck there.
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