Sport : LTdL 2026: Ronan Auge Placed In Medically Induced Coma, Condition Stable After Crash
BATU PAHAT, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- French cyclist Ronan Auge has been placed in a medically induced coma to stabilise his condition following a crash during Stage Six of Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) 2026, but the rider is "in good hands" and currently doing well, said Unibet Rose Rockets sports director Joram Grootveld.
Batu Pahat, October 3 — French cyclist Ronan Auge is currently in a medically induced coma after suffering a crash during Stage Six of the Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) 2026, according to Unibet Rose Rockets sports director Joram Grootveld. The 22-year-old was rushed to the hospital immediately following the incident on the Pandan Indah-Rembau route yesterday.
Grootveld stated that the team doctor remained by Auge's side, monitoring his condition around the clock. Medical professionals have placed him in the coma to stabilize his condition, and he is currently reported to be doing well. The team has confirmed that Auge sustained several bone fractures in the crash, but his overall condition remains stable and not life-threatening.
Grootveld emphasized that the young rider is in good hands, with the team doctor providing continuous care. The 30th edition of LTdL is set to conclude tomorrow with Stage Eight, covering an 188.3km stretch from Muar to Putrajaya.
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