_Kuss Limits Damage After Crash in Final Kilometers of Eighth Vuelta Stage_
Sepp Kuss, the defending champion, was involved in a dramatic crash at the foot of the final climb during the eighth stage of the Vuelta a España. The incident occurred with just 10 kilometers to go, sending shockwaves through the peloton. Kuss quickly remounted his bike and rejoined the general classification group, limiting the damage to his overall standings.
Despite rejoining the group, Kuss struggled to keep up with the pace set by Primož Roglič, who went on to win the stage. The American rider lost 1:07 to Roglič, who has now moved back into contention for the overall title. Kuss’s ability to rejoin the group and minimize his losses was a testament to his experience and skill.
The crash was a setback for Kuss, who had been riding strongly throughout the stage. He had been positioned near the front of the peloton, avoiding the early crashes that marred the stage. However, the late incident has now put pressure on Kuss to defend his position in the coming stages.
Kuss remains in second place overall, but the gap to leader Ben O’Connor has narrowed. Roglič’s victory has also brought him back into contention, setting up an exciting battle for the overall title. Kuss will need to be cautious and strategic in the coming stages to maintain his position and challenge for the win.
