Chris Froome Rides Outdoors Again After August Crash, Shares Recovery Update

The four-time Tour de France winner remains unsigned, leaving his competitive future unclear.

Overview

Froome posted an Instagram selfie riding on the Côte d’Azur less than three months after surgery, calling it a tough road back.
He sustained a collapsed lung, five broken ribs and a fractured spine, with The Times reporting a pericardial rupture often linked to high mortality.
He was airlifted to hospital in Toulon following the training accident and underwent surgery that ended his 2025 season.
Israel Premier‑Tech, now NSN Cycling Team, confirmed his departure on Instagram, and he has not announced plans for next season.
His comeback bid follows previous major crashes, including a 2019 Dauphiné accident and a broken collarbone at the UAE Tour in February.