Matxin Joxean Fernandez

“It’s no one’s responsibility. … It’s simply one of those things that happens in cycling, unfortunately,”

Matxin Joxean Fernandez · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30

Matxin Joxean Fernandez reflects on the nature of cycling following Tadej Pogacar's race-ending crash.

“He initially wanted to keep going, but we saw he was in a lot of pain in his shoulder and decided he couldn’t continue. There isn’t much else to say.”

Matxin Joxean Fernandez · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30

Matxin Joxean Fernandez explains why the team decided Tadej Pogacar could not continue racing.

“After seven days, Tadej was happy and it’s a very big shame for him. Cycling is about good and bad, and [we hope] Tadej recovers as soon as possible because hopefully it’s not something too bad. We’re not going to think about that right now, but we’ll see what the doctor says.”

Matxin Joxean Fernandez · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30

Matxin Joxean Fernandez expresses support and wishes Tadej Pogacar a speedy recovery.