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Pogačar crashes but stays in race as Abrahamsen wins stage 11

Stage 11 featured a win for Jonas Abrahamsen and a crash for Tadej Pogačar who recovered swiftly.

July 16, 2025 at 03:46 PM

Tadej Pogačar OK in crash; Abrahamsen wins Tour de France stage

Jonas Abrahamsen won stage 11 of the Tour de France, while Tadej Pogačar crashed but continued racing.

Abrahamsen claims victory while Pogačar survives crash in Tour de France

Norwegian cyclist Jonas Abrahamsen won the 11th stage of the Tour de France, attacking from the beginning and finishing first. Tadej Pogačar, the defending champion, crashed with around 2.5 miles to go but managed to get back on his bike with help from his rivals. Pogačar expressed gratitude for the support of fellow racers after the incident, acknowledging the hectic nature of the stage. Abrahamsen's win marks his first stage victory at the Tour, coming after a recent recovery from a collarbone injury. Healy, the overall leader, retained the yellow jersey but is closely followed by Pogačar, who is 29 seconds behind.

Key Takeaways

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Abrahamsen wins his first Tour stage

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Pogačar crashes but remains in contention

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The peloton showed solidarity in helping Pogačar

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Healy keeps the yellow jersey with a narrow lead

"I'm quite OK, a bit beaten up, but we've been through worse days, so it's been a hectic day actually from start to finish."

Pogačar shared his feelings after a crash but noted his resilience throughout the race.

"To stand here in the Tour de France and have won a stage is amazing."

Abrahamsen reflects on the significance of his victory after overcoming a serious injury.

This stage of the Tour demonstrates the sportsmanship that exists within competitive cycling. Despite the stakes being high, rivals came together to support Pogačar after his crash, highlighting a camaraderie that extends beyond individual goals. Abrahamsen’s win not only showcases his personal comeback from injury but also adds excitement to the competition as the race approaches crucial stages. The dynamics of the race are shifting, and with more challenging stages ahead, the competition promises to become even more intense.