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Tadej Pogacar Undergoes Surgery Following Vuelta Crash

Tadej Pogacar has undergone surgery on his clavicle after a crash ended his Vuelta a Espana ambitions.

1 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Tadej Pogacar underwent successful surgery on his left clavicle on Monday after a crash during the Vuelta a Espana. The incident forced him to abandon the race while he was in a leading position, significantly impacting the competition.

Reports indicate that Pogacar suffered a fracture in his collarbone due to the crash. His withdrawal has led to an open race, with several other riders now positioned to capitalize on the opportunity to win the grand tour.

Following the surgery, Pogacar will begin his recovery process. The Vuelta a Espana continues without him, as the field adjusts to the shift in competition dynamics.

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