A shocking incident has left the cycling world shaken, as yet another rider has fallen victim to a car accident during training. This time, it's Lotto-Intermarché's young talent, Robin Orins, who has suffered a left knee injury after being hit by a car driver in Spain.
The 23-year-old Belgian rider was all set to kick off his 2026 campaign at the Vuelta a Murcia, but fate had other plans. Instead of racing, Orins has been forced to return to Belgium for treatment, putting his season debut on hold.
"Robin Orins, a promising young cyclist, was involved in a tragic accident during training. He was struck by a car, resulting in a left knee injury." Lotto-Intermarché announced on Friday, shedding light on the severity of the situation.
Orins, who was scheduled to race in France at the Faun-Ardèche Classic and Faun Drome Classic, now faces an uncertain start to his season. His recovery and return to the peloton remain a priority.
This incident follows a similar one in December, where Polti-VisitMalta rider Germán Gómez suffered fractures to his left clavicle and hand after being hit by a driver in Colombia.
"The dangers faced by cyclists on the road are a growing concern." Said a concerned source within the cycling community.
As we await updates on Orins' recovery, we can't help but question the safety measures in place for cyclists. Are they enough? And what can be done to prevent such incidents from occurring?
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