Rubio Withdraws From Tour After UAE Car Crash
Colombian rider Einer Rubio of Movistar quit the Tour de France on Stage 19 at Alpe d’Huez after crashing into the rear of a UAE Team Emirates-XRG car that braked suddenly in front of him, leaving him with facial injuries and a DNF near the finish. Video footage and multiple reports describe Rubio’s high-speed impact as fans crowded the road and vehicles slowed unexpectedly, ending his participation in the race. Rubio had been part of the day’s breakaway and was close to completing the climb when the crash forced abandonment, with Pogacar ultimately winning the stage. Movistar has not provided an update on Rubio’s condition, though coverage notes he received medical treatment and was transported for further care. The incident is described across sources from Reuters, DevDiscourse, Quotidiano.net, Cyclingnews, and Velo Outside Online, all detailing the chaotic Alpe d’Huez finale and Rubio’s withdrawal.
