#ParisRoubaix Sadly, we have to report that @MilanJonathan_ has been forced to abandon due to his earlier crash. More info coming after he has been assessed by our team doctor.
🎥 Milan furious at photographer after early fall (and DNF) in Paris-Roubaix, Rex crashes twice
CyclingSunday, 07 April 2024 at 09:37
Early on in Paris-Roubaix, the day's first pile-up happened, bringing down several riders, including Elia Viviani, Tim Merlier, Alberto Bettiol, Jonas Rutsch and Jonathan Milan. Milan, who was racing for Lidl-Trek, appeared particularly enraged by the incident. His frustration was directed primarily at one photographer, as captured in videos. Team managers had to hold back the Italian as the photographer hurried away.
The crash knocked out many outsiders. Notables like Laurenz Rex (Intermarché-Wanty), Tim Merlier (Soudal Quick-Step) and Alberto Bettiol (EF Education-EasyPost) were among those who tasted asphalt. Rex was particularly battered, while Merlier, fresh from a Scheldeprijs victory, was also badly injured...
Soon after the incident, it was reported that Milan had dropped out of the race, a heavy loss for his American WorldTour team.
Rex showed remarkable resilience, quickly catching up to the peloton after his nasty spill, proving his excellent form. However, his comeback was short-lived as he crashed again, effectively ending his race. This time, he collided with a traffic barrier in the middle of the road, which was thankfully cushioned by a protective pad.
Video: Milan (Lidl-Trek) angry at photographer after early fall in Paris-Roubaix, Rex crashes twice
🚴🇫🇷 | Dat Laurenz Rex zich nog terug wist te vechten naar de voorste groep was al een wonder, maar één moment van onoplettendheid in een bocht... 💥​💥​ #ParisRoubaix 📺 Koers kijk je op discovery+
🚴🇫🇷 | Ai.. Een flinke valpartij. Elia Viviani lijkt het grootste slachtoffer en Jonathan Milan heeft ruzie met een fotograaf 😥​😥​ #ParisRoubaix 📺 Koers kijk je op discovery+
Laurenz Rex crashed and sustained road rash all over his body 😰 But our leader keeps fighting and returns in the peloton 💪 #ParisRoubaix
Il Lombardia 2024
Want to advertize on IDLProCycling.com? We’re already planning for the 2025 season
Preview Antwerp 2024 World Cup | Major UCI event sets off with all stars present
Harsh Wuyts thinks Van Gils' breach of contract suits his image, agents understand choice
Visma | Lease a Bike realizes that with Milan Vader a story comes to its end: "For a moment we feared for your life"
November vacation month: Van der Poel receives wonderful card, Philipsen and Bernal enjoy, Evenepoel goes for a run
Latest Cycling News
Want to advertize on IDLProCycling.com? We’re already planning for the 2025 season
Preview Antwerp 2024 World Cup | Major UCI event sets off with all stars present
Harsh Wuyts thinks Van Gils' breach of contract suits his image, agents understand choice
Visma | Lease a Bike realizes that with Milan Vader a story comes to its end: "For a moment we feared for your life"
November vacation month: Van der Poel receives wonderful card, Philipsen and Bernal enjoy, Evenepoel goes for a run
Popular Cycling News
November vacation month: Van der Poel receives wonderful card, Philipsen and Bernal enjoy, Evenepoel goes for a run
Meanwhile in the peloton | Unibet Tietema Rockets signs Italian climber Carboni
Bakelants notices remarkable trend in transfers: "Van Aert, Pogacar, Van der Poel: they all did that"
Vingegaard responds cryptically to rumors: "I read somewhere that I might have to ride the Giro"
Visma | Lease a Bike realizes that with Milan Vader a story comes to its end: "For a moment we feared for your life"
Latest Comments
- Van Aert is really handsome. He can influence me all day! Ditto for Philipsen. Why do you think many of us love cycling?: to see heroic attempts at climbing mountains at high altitudes or to watch speedsters sprint for the finish line or to watch a human being ride at break neck speed down a tricky descent? No, it's all about their lean physiques and muscular legs. (apologies for objectifying these dedicated and amazing athletes).BarwonHeadsUp25-10-2024
- It is unfortunate that the author can't feel the joy that Pogacar brings to the sport and his fans who are legion and I for one feel lucky to have watched such a memorable performance and historic season From the Strada until yesterday with multiple wins in stages in both tours and beyond dominance in the World's. He is proud to wear the Rainbow stripes, shows his leadership to protect his fellows and is as courteous and sportsman-like as the sport allows. He goes early to not have to respond to each attack as all the rest would make him do it. Any racer who could would do the same. Don't "grow tired" of greatness as it is always fleeting.ccrider13-10-2024
- What load of rubbish. Pog is likely a once in a generation cyclist, the like of which hasn't been seen since 'the Cannibal '. How many people were complaining that Merckx was making racing predictable? I remember this year's World RR as one of the most exciting I've watched. Mainly BECAUSE Pog was the favourite and launched what everyone thought (Pog included) was a suicidal attack with 80km to go. For the next 2 hours, I was on the edge of my seat thinking "this is too much, even for Pog". Maybe Zonnefeld prefers the snooze-fest that is a bunch sprint? Like most people I know, I can't watch two hours of the bunch riding very fast... I wait for the final 5km and watch just the sprint. In any event, most races are won from a sprint or lone break. What difference does it make who makes the lone break? Ultimately, the other contenders will have to figure out a way to beat Pog. Even if that means collaboration between teams. It's going to be an exciting few seasons, until the next Pog arrives on the scene. If this is boring, heaven knows what exciting looks like!Michael513-10-2024
- This is not a gravel race. UCI fail, from the surface they are on to team tactics. In what country was the first "gravel race" in what country is the most popular gravel race? Go with the race model that created the discipline.
Barnes127411-10-2024 - And don't forget he has now won 4 of the big 10 races (Grand tours, Monuments and WC/OG) in one year with a chance to make that 5. (5 has only been done once before)Joostmehrtens05-10-2024