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Romain Bardet suffered a serious crash and concussion, leading to his withdrawal from recent races.

Romain Bardet, a prominent French cyclist and former Tour de France yellow jersey wearer, experienced a severe crash during the Tour d’Algarve and a hard fall on Mont Ventoux. These incidents resulted in a concussion and forced him to abandon his races early in the 2025 season. The events have prompted concern and follow-up from fans and the cycling community regarding his health and recovery status.