US EditionRunning Red Light Leads to Investigation
Belgian officials said the riders may face fines or driving suspensions if found guilty.
- On Sunday, cyclist Tadej Poga was among riders investigated for running a red light at a railway crossing during the Tour of Flanders. Poga, who won the race for a record-equaling third time, passed through without stopping.
- The Tour of Flanders, also known as De Ronde, is one of cycling's five "monuments"—the most prestigious one-day races in the sport. The 278-kilometer route featured 16 punishing climbs and cobblestone sections.
- Poga, who rides for UAE Team Emirates-XRG, claimed the stop signal came "too late" after the race. Meanwhile, the majority of the peloton behind was forced to stop before the railway crossing.
- Belgium officials confirmed yesterday an ongoing investigation into the riders who allegedly ran the red light. No further details were immediately available regarding the incident or timeline.
- If found guilty, local media reported the riders could face a fine and a driving suspension. The investigation outcome remains pending as authorities gather evidence.
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