The Cycling and Para-Cycling Road World Championships in Zurich will continue as scheduled. There is still concern about the young Swiss rider Muriel Furrer, who suffered a serious fall.
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), Swiss Cycling and the local organizing committee have agreed to continue the event. The continuation of the program is also in agreement with and in the interests of Muriel Furrer's family. The relatives of the seriously injured cyclist want the World Championships to continue as planned.
Muriel Furrer's state of health remains very critical. The UCI, Swiss Cycling and the local organizing committee remain extremely concerned.
The 18-year-old from Zurich crashed heavily in the junior road race on Thursday. She suffered a traumatic brain injury. The responsible authorities are still investigating the circumstances of the accident. Further explanations will follow at a later date.
