Undergoing successful surgery over the weekend though, things are looking a little bit more optimistic for the 24-year-old. "Following his crash on Thursday’s stage 4 of
Itzulia Basque Country,
Remco Evenepoel underwent surgery on Saturday to the broken collarbone that he sustained in the incident," wrote
Soudal - Quick-Step in an update to their leader's condition. "The surgery was carried out by Dr Steven Claes without complication, and the Belgian Champion – a winner of four races this season – has been discharged to recuperate. Everybody at Soudal Quick-Step wishes Remco the best for his recovery."
Celebrating his successful surgery, Evenepoel also was visited by partner Oumi, who brought with her a selection of sweet treats, as shown on her official Instagram story. "Surgery went well, thank you for the good care DR Claes and hospital staff," she captions the image. "Made a happy kiddo with koffiekoeken after the surgery."