New setback for Skjelmose: Dane forced to leave Tour after crash, but scans bring good news

After some time with the race doctor, Skjelmose continued, but eventually he had to abandon the race. After the withdrawal of Remco Evenepoel, he was the second big name to leave the Tour on this day.

“Fortunately, X-rays showed no fractures, but Skjelly did suffer a cut to his left arm, as well as some severe bruising and swelling,” Lidl-Trek announced in the evening. “He is now going home to recover, and the team will continue to monitor his recovery.”