Shocking video footage has come to light showing the moment of the accident that occurred at noon on Sunday (Nov. 1) during a cycling race in Loutraki. A total of three cyclists were injured in the accident, one of whom is in critical condition after suffering head injuries.
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According to information from korinthostv.gr, three athletes were involved in the accident: an Italian, a British rider, and a Cypriot, who reportedly collided with one another during the race and subsequently fell to the ground.
EKAV ambulances rushed to the scene, picked up the injured, and transported them to the General Hospital of Corinth for medical care.
The Italian cyclist’s condition was deemed particularly serious, leading doctors to intubate him. It was subsequently decided to transfer him to a hospital in Athens.
The other two cyclists were also taken to Corinth General Hospital, though no detailed information is available at this time regarding the severity of their injuries.
Dr. Chrysovalantis Mellos, a physician and President of the Corinth Medical Association, commented on the condition of the injured:
