Three cyclists, including a Cypriot national, were injured in a serious accident during a cycling race in Loutraki, Greece, on Sunday afternoon. One of the injured athletes is reportedly in critical condition.
According to information reported by korinthostv.gr, the incident involved three cyclists, an Italian, a British national and a Cypriot, who reportedly collided with one another under circumstances that have not yet been established.
All three cyclists sustained injuries, with the Italian athlete reportedly suffering the most serious injuries.
Emergency services respond to cycling accident
Ambulances from Greece’s National Emergency Aid Centre (EKAB) were dispatched to the scene following the collision.
Emergency responders transported the three injured cyclists to Corinth General Hospital for medical treatment.
According to the reports, the Italian cyclist’s condition was assessed as particularly serious, prompting doctors to intubate him.
Italian cyclist transferred to Athens hospital
Following his initial treatment at Corinth General Hospital, medical personnel decided to transfer the Italian cyclist to a hospital in Athens for further care.
The circumstances surrounding the collision remain unclear.
No further details have been provided regarding the severity of the injuries sustained by the British and Cypriot cyclists.
Source: skai.gr
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