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Belgian Cyclist Bjorg Lambrecht Dead at 22 After Crashing In Race

Related Topics: Belgium, Bjorg, Poland, Tour de Pologne

22-year-old Belgian pro cyclist Bjorg Lambrect died Monday from injuries he suffered during a horrific crash in a race in Poland, his team announced. .

Lambrect was competing in the 3rd stage of the Tour de Pologne -- a week-long event -- when he crashed hard into a concrete structure. Lambrect reportedly struck his head during the collision and fell unconscious.

Emergency personnel attempted to resuscitate him on scene and he was raced to a nearby hospital. Doctors performed emergency surgery but he died during the operation.

Unclear what caused the crash -- some say weather may have been a factor because it had been raining.