How The Jonas Vingegaard Crash Changes The Tour de France 2026

Jonas Vingegaard crashed and abandoned the 2026 Tour de France on Stage 15 to Plateau de Solaison, ending the race for the two-time Tour de France winner.

It was a huge moment in the GC battle and a major blow for Visma-Lease a Bike, which now has to completely reset its strategy after losing the team leader.

In this report, we look at how the crash happened, why Vingegaard was forced to abandon and what his exit means for Visma-Lease a Bike and the wider Tour de France.

With Vingegaard out, the fight for the yellow jersey and the podium has changed dramatically heading into the final week.