Mads Pedersen, the Danish cyclist for Lidl-Trek, is making a remarkable recovery after fracturing his left wrist and right collarbone in a crash at the Volta a la Comunitat Valenciana on February 4, 2026. (campaigns.supersport.com) Despite initial expectations of a lengthy rehabilitation, Pedersen has returned to training, astonishing teammates with his rapid progress. (cyclingnews.com)
Team manager Luca Guercilena remains optimistic about Pedersen’s potential participation in Milan–San Remo on March 21, 2026. However, Guercilena acknowledges the complexity of the situation, particularly concerning the wrist injury, and emphasizes that Pedersen’s return will depend on medical assessments later this week. (domestiquecycling.com)
Pedersen himself has expressed cautious optimism, stating that while returning for Milan–San Remo is challenging, he remains hopeful. He also mentioned that even the E3 Saxo Bank Classic might be difficult to reach, given the current state of his injuries. (domestiquecycling.com)
As the team continues to monitor Pedersen’s recovery, the cycling community eagerly anticipates updates on his participation in the upcoming spring Classics.
Highlights:
- ‘That’s unreal’ -Mads Pedersen’s pace of recovery leaves teammates in ‘absolute shock’ as Dane hits the road in Mallorca training camp, Published on Thursday, February 26