US rider Brandon McNulty knocked off bike by car driver before Tour de France time trial on stage 16
Key Points:
- US cyclist Brandon McNulty was knocked off his bike by a car driver while heading to the start of stage 16 individual time trial at the Tour de France in Évian-les-Bains.
- UAE Team Emirates-XRG team principal Mauro Gianetti confirmed McNulty was not seriously injured and described the incident as "nothing big."
- The car involved was reportedly from the public, and the reason for the driver's behavior remains unknown.
- Despite the crash, McNulty started the time trial on schedule and was positioned 19th overall before the stage.
- The team is awaiting further updates on McNulty's condition and whether any additional actions are necessary.