Jan Hirt Injured in Tour de France Crash

Jan Hirt, a Soudal Quick-Step rider, suffered broken front teeth after colliding with a fan carrying a backpack at the Tour de France's opening stage in Florence. Despite the incident, Hirt was cleared to start the race and is under the team's medical supervision. The chaotic scene involved fans breaching security barriers, causing difficulties for riders and journalists alike. Team manager Patrick Lefevere highlighted the poorly organized start and expressed dismay over the situation. This crash, occurring even before the race began, underscores the challenges faced by cyclists due to inadequate crowd control measures at the event.