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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Rory Dollard

Chris Froome stable in hospital but requiring surgery following crash in France

Chris Froome is in hospital following an accident while training (PA) - (PA Media)

Four-time Tour de France champion Chris Froome is in a stable condition after he was airlifted to hospital in Toulon following a crash which left him with multiple injuries.

The British rider was on a training ride when the accident occurred and needs to undergo a back operation.

A statement on Froome’s official X profile read: “Chris was airlifted to hospital in Toulon yesterday following a serious training crash (no other cyclists or vehicles were involved).

“Fortunately Chris is stable and did not sustain any head injuries, however, scans have confirmed a pneumothorax, five broken ribs and a lumbar vertebrae fracture, for which he will undergo surgery this afternoon.

“We will update on Chris’ condition following surgery.”

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