Jonas Vingegaard Withdraws from Paris-Nice After Stage 5 Crash

The double Tour de France winner suffered a hand contusion and will focus on recovery ahead of future races.

Jonas Vingegaard, riding for Visma-Lease a Bike, has withdrawn from the Paris-Nice race following a crash during Stage 5 on Thursday, March 13.
Initially fearing a fractured hand, medical evaluations confirmed the injury as a contusion, though it caused significant discomfort during the stage.
Vingegaard struggled to maintain pace after the crash, eventually losing the yellow jersey to his teammate Matteo Jorgenson, who now leads the race.
The team decided Vingegaard should return home to recover, prioritizing his health and preparation for upcoming races like the Tour of Catalonia and potentially the Critérium du Dauphiné.
Despite the setback, the injury is not expected to affect his long-term goals, including defending his Tour de France title later this year.