Double stage winner Lorena Wiebes abandons Tour de France Femmes

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After being involved in a heavy crash during yesterday’s stage, Wiebes suffered some abrasions and required stitches to her elbow. In consultation with the team’s medical staff after being thoroughly examined, she was given the all clear to start today’s stage. However, after fighting hard throughout the day she succumbed to her injuries and had to step off the bike.

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