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Nu Colombia Cyclist Cristian Camilo Muñoz Dies After Post-Crash Infection

The team says a knee wound from the Tour du Jura led to sepsis.

Overview

  • Nu Colombia confirmed the rider's death and withdrew its lineup from the Vuelta a Asturias before the second stage.
  • He crashed at France's Tour du Jura and suffered a serious knee injury during the race.
  • Doctors initially closed the wound with stitches and gave antibiotics, then his leg swelled and he was moved to hospital care.
  • Team statements and reporting say the infection proved difficult to control and progressed to sepsis.
  • Muñoz previously raced for UAE Team Emirates alongside Tadej Pogačar, though outlets differ on whether he was 30 or 31.