Adam Yates out of UAE Tour with concussion

Adam Yates riding with teammate Vegard Stake Laengen during the UAE Tour on Wednesday
Adam Yates riding with teammate Vegard Stake Laengen during the UAE Tour on Wednesday (Image credit: Getty Images)

Adam Yates (UAE Team Emirates) crashed out of the UAE Tour during stage 3 on Wednesday, and his team has confirmed he suffered a concussion in the fall.

"Unfortunately, Adam Yates has been diagnosed with a concussion after his crash today at the UAE Tour," the team announced on social media.

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