I Can't Believe This Happened to Wout van Aert Again | Vuelta a Espana 2024 Stage 16

Lanterne Rouge presents highlights of Vuelta a Espana 2024 Stage 16.

Credits:
Footage | Amaury Sport Organisation
Photos | Cor Vos (unless stated otherwise)

[brunoxd]

Van aert was just getting back to his top form after the crash from earlier this year and now this happens. I feel so bad for him. Hope he can come back in top shape next season.

[pauljansen]

I really feel sorry for Wout....winning the points and mountain jersey in the same Grand Tour is a rare hope that he gets those big wins next year!!!!

[angusgrant]

I was literally just watching the Eurosport highlights out of sheer desperation. This arrived right in time

[markdonovan]

I'm gutted that WVA has crashed out of the race, he was making some good progress and always makes the race interesting with his ability to sprint, go for breaks and overall competitive style.

[Scottopotto]

So devastating for Wout. Hope it’s not too serious and he heals up soon.

[sergiodemichele]

Van Aert was in such shining form 🥲 I wasn't able to continue watching the stage after his crash 😭

[mirim]

Sooo bumbed and honestly heartbroken for WvA! He brought so much joy to watching la Vuelta the last weeks. That was quickly gone today. So sad.
Hopefully on to a speedy recovery for Wout. And Visma needs to somehow get rid of this hunted bad luck, please!

[patrickwong]

Wout is having such a bad year luck-wise. Of all the riders involved in that crash, Wout is the only one who couldn’t continue. Hoping his injuries are not too serious and a speedy recovery.

[santiagobenites]

Poor Wout is not having the best of luck this year. I hope that there are no serious injuries with that knee, and that he can continue on with his season, although he looked to be in some serious pain when he stepped off.

[softpool]

wishing wout a fast recovery. such a fun rider to watch and so talented

[AB-msxc]

reading these comments.... Wout is truly beloved.

[jesusnieto]

Soler has been the kind of rider who can easily annoy half the peloton. He plays games, doesn´t ride well with others, attacks after missing turns pretending he can't colaborate with the break, and he just does it over and over again.
He maybe provides some entertainment for the fans, but I'm sure he doesn´t make too many friends in the peloton riding like that.

[PaulJennings]

Great ride from Mas again today. He is attacking more in this Vuelta than all the previous put together!

[camillelively]

Wout van Heart of this race. ❤ I know there’s no way to know and really no use speculating, but I really think he had a good chance to win this stage and would have kept green and KOM, plus most combative. I know I know, maybe not. But I have to say something to make myself feel better.

[styfauly]

After such an abysmal year for FDJ, seeing Gaudu so good in this Vuelta is just amazing. I don't think he can get to a top 5 but what a performance

[CoachLoganD]

Van Aert is one of my favorites. So sad to see him crash.

[Covamir]

Most interesting rider out... hope he quickly recovers!

[cyclistshub]

It's really hard to be a WVA fan this season. I feel so sorry for him. 🥲 The mental strength these guys need to get back in shape after crashes like this is incredible.

[garion]

So sad for WvA, especially after such amazing riding from him on the same stage! Was really hoping he might take both green and KoM, even if he beat Aussies doing it!

[KingOfTheFreds]

You are so good at this Lanterne Rouge!