Jay Vine Suffers Serious Injuries in Giro d'Italia Crash
‘Really scary’: horror crash leaves Australia’s Jay Vine with broken elbow and concussion
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Australian cyclist Jay Vine has sustained a broken elbow and concussion following a crash during the Giro d'Italia, which also forced teammates Marc Soler and Adam Yates to abandon the race. Despite the severity of the incident, Vine's injuries are not life-threatening, and he will not require surgery.
- 01Jay Vine suffered a broken elbow and concussion in a crash during the Giro d'Italia.
- 02This incident marks Vine's third serious crash in just 13 days of racing.
- 03UAE Team Emirates lost three key riders, including Vine, Marc Soler, and Adam Yates, due to the crash.
- 04Vine's wife described the crash as 'really scary' but noted he was 'relatively lucky' with his injuries.
- 05The Giro d'Italia continues with stage four set to take place after a rest day.
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Australian cyclist Jay Vine has been hospitalized with a broken elbow and concussion after a crash during the Giro d'Italia, marking his third serious incident in just 13 days of racing. The crash occurred with 22 kilometers remaining in the second stage, when teammate Marc Soler lost control, resulting in multiple riders crashing into a roadside barrier. Vine's team, UAE Team Emirates, expressed relief that his injuries were not more severe, as both Soler and team leader Adam Yates also sustained injuries but will not require surgery. Vine's wife, Bre Vine, shared her concerns on social media, emphasizing the unpredictable dangers of cycling. The Giro d'Italia will resume with stage four on Tuesday, following a rest day.
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The injuries to Jay Vine and his teammates significantly weaken UAE Team Emirates' chances in the Giro d'Italia, affecting their overall performance in the competition.
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