Tobias Johannessen’s Crash in France

Tobias Johannessen Suffers Collarbone Fracture

Cycling News
3 min readFeb 20, 2024

Tobias Johannessen’s dream run at the Tour des Alpes-Maritimes came to a screeching halt this week after a collision with parked cars left him with a fractured collarbone. The promising young cyclist’s impressive start to the season has been thrown into disarray, with the extent of his injury and recovery timeline still uncertain.

Tobias Johannessen’s Crash in France
Crash Cuts Short Johannessen’s Soaring Start: Cyclist Suffers Collarbone Fracture

“This week has been a series of unfortunate setbacks for Tobias,” confirmed his team, revealing plans for a specialist consultation tomorrow to chart the path to recovery. The news sent shockwaves through the cycling world, leaving fans anxiously awaiting updates on Johannessen’s condition and potential return.

Johannessen’s absence leaves a void in the peloton, where his talent and determination had already made a mark. While questions linger about his return, one thing is certain: the cycling community stands united in wishing him a speedy and full recovery. As Johannessen faces this unexpected hurdle, all eyes will be on the specialist’s assessment and the hope for a swift comeback to the competitive arena.

Tobias Halland Johannesen Professional Career

While Tobias Johannessen is a promising young cyclist, his career is still quite fresh compared to other seasoned professionals. Here’s a look at his cycling history:

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Early Years:

  • Began cycling with his twin brother Anders as a way to commute to school.
  • Initially focused on cyclo-cross and mountain biking, showing talent in both disciplines.
  • Switched his focus primarily to road cycling in his late teens.

He then Joined the Uno-X Dare Development Team in 2021, marking his official entry into professional road cycling.

2021 Season:

  • Won two stages at the Sazka Tour.
  • Achieved second place overall in the Sazka Tour and Tour de l’Avenir.

2022 Season:

  • Secured a stage win at the Etoile de Bessèges — Tour du Gard.
  • Claimed fourth place overall in the Tour of Norway.
  • Finished seventh overall in the prestigious Volta Ciclista a Catalunya.

2023 Season:

  • Continued his podium streak with 20 podium finishes throughout the year.
  • Won individual stages at the Škoda Tour Luxembourg and Tour of Norway.
  • Impressed with a second-place finish at the Tour of Britain, showcasing his climbing prowess.
  • Scored another second-place finish at the Giro del Veneto, solidifying his potential in one-day races.

2024 Season (to date):

  • Unfortunately, his promising start was cut short by a collarbone fracture during the Tour des Alpes-Maritimes.
  • The full extent of his recovery timeline is still unknown.

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