Jasper Philipsen sustained fractures to his collarbone and acromioclavicular joint after a significant crash in stage 3 of the Tour de France. The incident occurred during an intermediate sprint when he was taken down by Bryan Coquard. Philipsen was swiftly treated by medical staff on site and confirmed to have a broken collarbone. After successful surgery at AZ Herentals, recovery efforts will begin. His team, Alpecin-Deceuninck, expressed support for Philipsen, noting his prior accomplishments in the Tour, including winning the opening stage and holding the green jersey.
Jasper Philipsen has undergone successful surgery on his collarbone and acromioclavicular joint after suffering fractures in the stage 3 crash that saw him forced out of the Tour de France.
Stage 3 of the Tour de France delivered us a tough day and a heartbreaking moment, as Jasper Philipsen was forced to leave the race after a heavy crash during the intermediate sprint for the green jersey.
In the meantime, he underwent a successful surgery last night at AZ Herentals to repair his collarbone and AC joint.
The Belgian team had dominated the Tour's opening weekend, helping Philipsen to score his 10th stage win and first yellow jersey during the opening stage in Lille.
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