The respected cycling event, Milan-San Remo, took place on Saturday, and it was marred by serious crashes, notably involving female cyclists. The most severe incident occurred about 20 kilometers from the finish line, impacting Debora Silvestri who fell during a sharp descent where several other riders had already crashed and were lying on the road. This added danger led to a cascade of collisions, raising concerns about safety in competitive cycling events.

As Silvestri approached the scene of the earlier crashes, she and another cyclist were riding side by side when they collided with the fallen riders. Silvestri's unfortunate fall sent her tumbling over the guardrail, resulting in a significant drop onto her neck from several meters high. Fortunately, reports from Eurosport indicated that she was conscious following the fall, but she was promptly transported to a hospital for medical evaluation and treatment.

The crash also involved other notable cyclists, such as Kasia Niewiadoma and Kim Le Court Pienaar, raising questions about the risks faced by athletes in high-speed races. While Lotte Kopecky claimed victory in the race, the unfortunate incidents during the competition highlighted the need for enhanced safety measures in cycling events, particularly in challenging descent sections where accidents can easily occur due to the high speeds and technical nature of the course.