Elisa Longo Borghini has been medically cleared to race in the Brabantse Pijl after sustaining a concussion during the Tour of Flanders. Following a mass crash, she experienced confusion and was pulled from the race. After close medical monitoring and thorough recovery under UCI protocols, she is symptom-free and eager to return to competition. The Italian champion is focused on the upcoming Ardennes Classics, having missed the Tour of Flanders but feeling prepared to race again following successful rehabilitation.
Elisa has responded very well to the recovery plan. We've taken every step in line with the UCI guidelines for concussion management, ensuring her health and readiness.
The desire to return already for Friday's race came from the fact that my health allows me to move smoothly back to training and I feel ready to race.
I have followed all the return-to-play protocols and carried out several concussion-related tests, which confirmed that I have no issues.
Returning to competition after a serious concussion, Elisa's readiness to race reflects her rigorous recovery process and determination to compete in the Ardennes Classics.
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