Drama unfolded at the Tour de France when a thoughtless spectator triggered a catastrophic chain-reaction crash during Stage 15. The incident occurred as riders approached a narrow section of the route at high speed.
Chaos on the Course
Video footage shows the moment a fan stepped dangerously close to the peloton while holding a large cardboard sign. As riders swerved to avoid the obstruction, multiple cyclists collided at speeds exceeding 50km/h.
Riders React
"It's unacceptable," fumed one team manager. "These pranks put lives at risk for a few seconds of social media fame." Several top contenders lost valuable time due to the incident, potentially affecting the overall standings.
Safety Concerns Resurface
The crash has reignited debates about spectator management in professional cycling. Organisers face increasing pressure to implement stricter crowd control measures along the route.
- Over 20 riders involved in the pile-up
- Medical teams treated multiple injuries
- Race officials reviewing footage to identify culprit
This marks the third major spectator-related incident in this year's Tour, prompting calls for immediate action from cycling's governing bodies.
