Chloe Dygert, in agony due to her leg, withdraws from the Tour de France Femmes before the final stage after experiencing difficulties on the Col de la Madeleine.
Chloe Dygert Forced to Abandon Tour de France Femmes Due to Ongoing Leg Injury
American cyclist Chloe Dygert, a member of Canyon-SRAM zondacrypto, has been forced to withdraw from the 2025 Tour de France Femmes due to severe pain in her left leg. This injury, a result of a horrific crash during the time trial at the 2020 World Championships in Imola, has been causing Dygert continuous problems and has worsened during prolonged uphill cycling.
The decisive moment came during the long and steep ascent of the Col de la Madeleine, where Dygert's leg problems were aggravated, and she experienced a full-on panic attack due to the intense pain and other health issues, including a persistent head cold and stomach problems.
Dygert's role in the race was to provide support to the team's leader, Kasia Niewiadoma. However, despite her best efforts, she struggled to continue, and her leg pain crossed a clear line beyond which she could not push further without risking serious damage. The cumulative fatigue of racing and the demanding mountain stages worsened her condition, forcing her to abandon the race.
Despite having to withdraw, Dygert looked strong throughout the race and contributed to the team's efforts. She even managed to make the time cut for the queen stage of the Tour de France Femmes by only seven seconds. Dygert is content with her decision, considering her role in the team's efforts and the training she received.
This is not the first time Dygert has had to abandon a race due to leg problems. Last year, she also had to withdraw from the Tour de France Femmes due to pain in her leg. The ongoing nature of her leg issues and the exacerbation during prolonged uphill cycling have significantly impacted her ability to perform at the highest level.
Dygert remains optimistic and focused on her recovery. She is determined to return to racing as soon as possible and continue her career as a top-tier cyclist. Until then, she will continue to work closely with her medical team to manage her injuries and ensure a safe and successful return to the sport she loves.
Science has played a crucial role in understanding and managing Chloe Dygert's chronic leg injury, as medical-conditions and chronic-diseases specialists study her case to find viable treatment options. Concurrently, Dygert continues her health-and-wellness journey, hopeful to return to sports and compete at the highest level again.
