Junior World Champion in Girona hit by motorcycle during descent

Junior World Champion Harry Hudson (18) is sidelined indefinitely following a collision in the Girona area. The British rider, who competes for the Lidl-Trek development team, shared his experience on social media after being struck by a motorcycle.

“Over a week ago, I was hit by a motorcycle during a descent while training in Girona and had a pretty hard fall,” Hudson wrote alongside a photo of himself in the hospital.

“After 24 hours, I was allowed to go home, but unfortunately, I was diagnosed with a compression fracture in my T8 vertebra. I am now recovering at home,” he added.

“This week has been pretty tough, but the support and help I received from Lidl-Trek, Trinity, and all the cyclists who were immediately on the scene was incredible,” Hudson concluded on a positive note.

Hudson—who impressively won the Junior World Championship in Rwanda last year—is now taking the time he needs to recover. Among those sending their best wishes in the comments is Philippe Gilbert. The Belgian advised, “I wish you all the best with your recovery! Take your time, you’re young and still have plenty of time to come back stronger.”