Medical Reports & Withdrawals Criterium du Dauphiné 2025 | Update stage 6 - Max Poole amongst the many who abandon into the mountains

As the 2025 Critérium du Dauphiné enters its most demanding stages, the strain on riders is becoming increasingly visible. This article provides a concise medical update detailing the latest injuries, illnesses, and withdrawals from the race. From minor setbacks to more serious issues. With every rider forced to abandon, the competitive landscape shifts. Stay informed with a clear overview of the peloton’s health as the Dauphiné continues to test the limits of endurance and resilience.

Cofidis' Hugo Toumire did not finish today's stage as a result of a crash.

Nothing to note.

Two DNFs to report from stage 3 as Cofidis' Oliver Knight and Jacob Eriksson of the Tudor Pro Cycling Team both abandoning.

Just one rider left the race ahead of the time trial as the XDS Astana Team's Nicolas Vinokurov did not start because of a viral infection.

Five departures to report on stage 5. Team Jayco AlUla's Michael Hepburn was firstly a DNS at the start of the day, then during the stage itself a further four riders were forced to step off their bike.

Louis Vervaeke abandoned after a very nasty crash, leaving the Maillot Jaune Remco Evenepoel down a domestique. Astana's GC hopeful Harold Tejada, who started the day inside the top 10 was also forced to depart, as were both Pascal Ackermann and Johan Price-Pejtersen.

During the sixth day of the race, the first in the mountains, there were several riders abandoning the race. These were Kamil Gradek, Lars Boven, Max Poole, Alessandro De Marchi, Kamiel Bonneu, Louis Rouland and Andreas Kron.