Australian cyclist in surgery

Australian cyclist Luke Plapp, 23, was hospitalized and underwent abdominal surgery following a serious crash during the men's Olympic time trial in Paris. Plapp was performing well, being only two seconds behind the leader, Wout van Aert, when he lost control on the slick course at the 13.1km mark. Despite being conscious and moving after the accident, he required immediate medical attention and surgery. Footage of the crash circulated online, prompting calls to refrain from sharing it due to its disturbing nature. Plapp is currently in stable condition, recovering alongside his family and an Australian team doctor, and is still expected to participate in the upcoming road race. The men's time trial was ultimately won by Remco Evenepoel from Belgium, while earlier, Grace Brown secured gold in the women's event.