The renowned British cyclist, Chris Froome, is hospitalized after being hit by a car while training near Saint-Rapha\u00ebl, France. The news, which has generated concern in the cycling world, was confirmed this Wednesday.<\/p>\n
Froome, multiple champion of the Tour de France, was transported by helicopter to a medical center in Toulon, where he remains under observation. So far, the Israel-Premier Tech team, to which the cyclist belongs, has not issued an official statement detailing Froome’s state of health or the severity of the injuries suffered.<\/p>\n
The incident occurs at a crucial moment in Froome’s career, who has achieved significant victories throughout his career.<\/p>\n
Born in Kenya in 1985, Froome has achieved an impressive record, including seven victories in Grand Tours: four Tours de France, two Vueltas a Espa\u00f1a, and one Giro d’Italia. In addition, he has a total of 46 victories, solidifying himself as one of the most outstanding cyclists of the last decade.<\/p>\n
His last great triumph was in the 2018 Giro d’Italia.<\/p>\n
Following his departure from Team Sky\/Ineos in 2020, Froome joined Israel-Premier Tech in 2021, where he is currently in the final year of his contract.<\/p>\n
Although he hasn’t confirmed whether he will retire at the end of the season, the accident reopens the debate about his future in professional cycling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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