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Follow us on GoogleCaroline Andersson, the rider most seriously injured in the major crash at the Women’s World Cycling Championships, has spoken out a week later. She is in a 'stable condition'. The Swedish rider, who normally competes for Liv-Jayco-AlUla, has shared the exact medical report following the crash in Montreal.
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Crash spoiled 2026 World Championship race
Andersson was involved in the major crash 95 kilometres from the finish, in which two riders in the peloton collided. A number of fellow riders down with them. It was immediately clear that Andersson was in trouble, as she could be seen lying in an unnatural position.
Fellow Swede Julia Borgstrom saw Andersson lying on the ground and kept riding for a little while longer, only to abandon once the race reached the final circuit. She could be seen to be visibly shaken by the experience, and was in tears.
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“A huge thank you to the Swedish team for all their care and support, and to Julia—simply because she’s been my teammate during this difficult time,” Andersson said.
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In the aftermath of the crash Andersson is lying on the ground.
Andersson shares extensive medical update following world championship crash
Andersson received many messages of support on social media. “Thank you to everyone who reached out to me—it means the world to me. I haven’t been able to reply to everyone, but I truly appreciate it. I’ll be back when I’m ready,” Andersson said.
Initially, the Swedish federation reported that it was an open clavicle fracture, but the medical report ultimately turned out to be much more extensive.
“After the crash, I suffered four brain haemorrhages, two facial fractures, a broken collarbone, and a broken pelvis,” she said.
"I'm stable now and in good hands. My 2026 season is over—now it's all about recovery, especially for my mind, and taking the time it needs," Andersson concludes.
Andersson shared her medical report on Instagram
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- - Demi finally gets her stripes! Team Oranje tactics on point again — recon, lead-out, and that patient regroup. Textbook. Chapeau.sprocketspiny02-10-2026
- - Wait, does the world champ jersey apply to all disciplines or just road race? Can McNulty wear it in a TT too, or is that only if he won the TT worlds?davidm02-10-2026
- - Brilliant coverage. The early flight back to beat jet lag is elite-level thinking. Those marginal gains matter before a punchy Euros course.samanthak02-10-2026
- - Not sure the “surprised everyone” line about McNulty is fair. He’s been knocking on the door all season in one-day races and TTs. Emilia in rainbows is going to slap.patriciaw02-10-2026
- - Love seeing the rainbow bands back on Slovenian roads. Demi looks sharp in that kit. Hope she gets a full custom bike soon, not just a tiny stripe under the seatpost. Come on, give the champ a proper paint job!cadencekingm02-10-2026
- - Quick one: why can’t McNulty wear the rainbow at Euros? Is it only for world champs from Europe or something about national teams vs trade teams?lindae02-10-2026
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- - Boonen’s line about trusting teammates is gold. World’s is chess, not crit. Belgium tried to cover every scenario and covered none. Harsh lesson, but needed before next year.samanthak02-10-2026
- - Great read, but the piece leans a bit too harsh on Wout for me. He wasn’t at leader-level form, true, yet the team didn’t set up a plan B well enough. Segaert the bright spot, agreed.julien02-10-2026
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