Elisa Longo Borghini released from hospital following her Tour of Flanders crash

Following her impressive performance at Dwars door Vlaanderen, you wouldn't find a more in-form rider at the start of the Tour of Flanders than Elisa Longo Borghini. Unfortunately, the Italian champion was not able to show the dynamites in her legs as a heavy crash got her a ticket to the hospital with strong suspicion of concussion.

"Positive news from the Ghent University Hospital, where Elisa Longo Borghini (UAE Team ADQ) had been admitted and kept under observation since last night following the heavy crash she suffered during the Ronde van Vlaanderen," a statement issued by her team read.

"Elisa Longo Borghini was discharged from the hospital this afternoon. Her condition is stable, although the concussion she sustained will now require several days of rest and in a few days, she will be able to return home to Italy."

"Doctors have prescribed a week of complete rest. After seven days, she will be able to gradually resume training. Her progress will be closely monitored, allowing for clearer assessments regarding her recovery timeline and return to racing. For now, we can only wish Elisa a peaceful recovery and thank everyone for the support and affection shown to our champion."

Longo Borghini was involved in a serious crash that happened early in the race as the peloton made its approach to the first cobbled section. She initially tried to get back on her bike and rejoin the peloton but later abandoned due to "showing signs of confusion following a heavy blow to the head," her team, UAE Team ADQ confirmed.