Chloe Dygert posts recovery update after nasty Road World Championships crash

ByJames Walker-Roberts

Published 29/09/2020 at 18:08 GMT

Chloe Dygert underwent leg surgery after a nasty crash at the UCI Road World Championships and has posted a video showing her walking on crutches in hospital. The American cyclist was leading by 26 seconds when she crashed around the midway point of the Imola race circuit.

Chloe Dygert has posted an update on her recovery after her awful crash at the UCI Road World Championships.

The American cyclist crashed over a barrier during the time trial – which she looked set to win for the second year in a row - and suffered a laceration to her left leg.

She was taken to hospital in Bologna where she had leg surgery and has now posted a video of herself walking on crutches.

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Dygert was leading by 26 seconds when she crashed around the midway point of the Imola race circuit heading into a turn.

Posting on Twitter after being taken to hospital, Dygert said: “I remember thinking ‘what if I get my bike, can I still win?’”

Watch: Dygert’s horror crash at World Championships

USA Cycling head of performance Jim Miller said: "We are relieved that this crash was not worse than what it could have been.

"While this crash is distressing, Chloe is young and a fighter. With her determination, we know she will be back riding before we know it. For now, we want her to focus on healing."

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