Image: APA/Luca Bettini
Evenepoel had a fall because of a dog running onto the street.
The winner of the opening time trial apparently remained uninjured, continued the race and was escorted back into the field by teammates after the incident.
The Belgian wore the leader’s jersey until Tuesday and is considered the overall favorite for victory based on his performances so far.
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