Uijtdebroeks loses time after Vuelta crash as Chumil abandons with head injury
CyclingSunday, 23 August 2026 at 22:51
Follow IDL Pro Cycling on Google
Stay up to date with the best cycling news by making us a preferred source on Google.
Follow us on GoogleAfter an incident-free opening day at the Vuelta a España, the first riders got a much closer look at the tarmac during Stage 2 on Sunday. Sergio Geovani Chumil of Burgos Burpellet BH failed to reach the finish after crashing, while several other riders also required treatment from the race doctors.
ADVERTISEMENT
For the second day in succession, the jury report contained no fines or other penalties for either riders or sports directors, but the medical report was considerably busier. Chumil crashed heavily onto his head with 50 kilometres remaining and also suffered injuries to his left shoulder and left elbow.
Read also
The 25-year-old Guatemalan was unable to continue and, after receiving treatment at the roadside, was taken away in an ambulance. Unfortunately, he was not the first rider who had needed attention from the race doctors during the stage.
Read more below the photo
Uijtdebroeks loses time after crash
After 48 kilometers, Cian Uijtdebroeks had already hit the ground. The Movistar rider suffered an “injury to the left lower leg” in the crash but was able to continue after receiving treatment at the medical car. Uijtdebroeks eventually conceded 18 seconds to the first group in stage 2. IDL Procycling's live report also recorded that the Belgian had crashed and was forced to chase behind the peloton early in the stage.
Movistar subsequently provided what was, in principle, positive news in a medical update: “Cian has wounds and abrasions to his right hip and right knee, as well as his left elbow and left arm. He has also suffered an injury to his left ankle, which we will continue to monitor. In principle, Cian will start on Monday.”
Alongside Chumil and Uijtdebroeks, Sergio Samitier also paid a visit to the medical team after suffering injuries to the right side of his body. The Cofidis rider was nevertheless able to make it to the finish relatively quickly, crossing the line 1:41 behind the stage winner.
David Bavin-HobbsChief Editor
David has been working in the sports & cycling industry for 16 years. Covering racing, business and technology, he has worked in communications for cycling companies, teams, and as a journalist. His proudest achievement is winning the first bike race he ever entered. He hasn't won a race since.
IDL-productions
2026 Vuelta a España stage 3 preview | Pogačar, Van Aert and Pedersen face a tricky finish at 2,000 metres
2026 Vuelta a España route | Visma | Lease a Bike strikes on day 2
2026 Vuelta a España stage 2 preview | Mads Pedersen knows this Manosque finish better than anyone
With Swiss precision: Stefan Küng recreated Vuelta’s Monaco time trial... on a military base!
These Vuelta a España riders start with question marks — making them risks or opportunities for your fantasy team
Latest Cycling News
2026 Vuelta a España stage 3 preview | Pogačar, Van Aert and Pedersen face a tricky finish at 2,000 metres
Mads Pedersen and Mattias Skjelmose battling the same problem at the Vuelta a España
Ethan Hayter forced to cut Vuelta green skinsuit after being given size XS: 'My legs could breathe again'
Not only Brennan beat Pogačar in Vuelta sprint as Pau Miquel delivers surprise result
Tadej Pogačar (3rd) admits after Brennan win: 'I didn't know what to do'
Popular Cycling News
2026 Vuelta a España start list & drop outs | First drop out is from Burgos Burpellet
2026 Vuelta a España route | Visma | Lease a Bike strikes on day 2
Van Aert explains why he missed out on Vuelta red in time trial: 'That was my own choice'
Pogačar reveals moment he went all-in to win Vuelta time trial: ‘Then I heard another name on the radio’
2026 Vuelta a España fantasy cycling tips| Top tips to help you win your fantasy cycling league
Latest Comments
- - Van Aert vs Pedersen again? Sign me up. Their Giro ’25 battles were epic, and Manosque suits Mads’ diesel sprint. If Lidl–Trek control the run‑in, he’s favourite. Vamos, Pedersen!julien21-08-2026
- - Great piece, but small nitpick: you mention “read more below the photo” and there’s a stray “p” in there—bit messy editing. Also, are we sure about back-to-back Provence wins in 2024 and 2025? Thought 2024 was certain, 2025 was a different profile?cadencekingm21-08-2026
- - Quick question: when he says “red jersey isn’t a goal,” does that mean he won’t contest the TT fully if splits risk fatigue, or is it just he won’t defend it if he gets it by accident?cyclechamp4521-08-2026
- - Five to seven sprint/punchy chances sounds about right, but some of those “tough stages” might be borderline for him if the break goes long. Positioning will be everything. Allez Mads!samanthak21-08-2026
- - Love the honesty from Mads. Target the stages, help Skjelmose for GC—clear plan. Monaco TT could even surprise, he’s been sharp against the clock lately.patriciaw21-08-2026
- - Vamos Pogi! Conoce cada curva en Monaco. Pero ojo, TT técnica + calor = errores fáciles. Força campeón, pero respeto a los demás, la Vuelta nunca es “fácil.”davidm21-08-2026
- - The article undersells recovery. Two peak blocks so close—Tour into Vuelta—then Worlds/Euros/Lombardia? That’s brutal. Not sure UAE can control all three weeks if he tries to bank energy.cyclechamp4521-08-2026
- - Starting in Monaco suits him, but I don’t see him taking red day one. Specialists like Evenepoel or Ganna (if selected) should be quicker on a twisty prologue. The real gaps will come on the first summit finish.bikebuffj21-08-2026
- - Is it normal that riders can’t sleep at home if the race passes their city? How do they enforce that? Curious how strict the Vuelta is on that rule.andrewf21-08-2026
- - Love Tadej’s attitude shutting down the “weak field” narrative. Roglič, Ayuso, Evenepoel’s TT form, and a stacked Ineos make this anything but easy. Monaco TT could be spicy with those technical corners.pedalpowe2921-08-2026
Loading
