Pogačar Withdraws from Vuelta | Adelaide News

Adelaide News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Tadej Pogačar’s Vuelta a España dreams shattered after a brutal crash on a flat stage, forcing him to withdraw from the race — his first Grand Tour exit. Leading by a wide margin before the accident, Pogačar hit his head and shoulder, needing stitches above his eye and too much pain to continue. The red jersey now belongs to Enric Mas, who expressed heartfelt support for Pogačar while stepping into the spotlight. With cycling’s most dominant force sidelined, the race’s dynamics shift dramatically as the battle for overall victory unfolds without its biggest star. Listen in comfort:Get a…