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Mikel Landa Withdraws From Basque Country Race After Collision With Doctor’s Car

Race officials expelled the doctor's car driver to reinforce on-course vehicle safety.

Overview

  • Mikel Landa crashed after a collision with a race doctor’s car on the final descent of stage two.
  • He finished the stage with a large time loss and later went to hospital for checks.
  • His team said scans showed no fractures or lasting damage, and it withdrew him before stage three to aid recovery.
  • Team CEO Jürgen Foré said the car “rammed” Landa on a narrow, fast descent and that no apology followed.
  • Het Nieuwsblad, cited by German outlets, reported the driver was expelled, given a yellow card, and fined 500 Swiss francs, renewing scrutiny of how support vehicles operate near riders.