Charlotte Kool, a top sprinter, has withdrawn from the Tour de France Femmes following a challenging first stage that left her feeling the aftereffects of a recent crash. Despite being a two-time stage winner at the 2024 race and showing improvements in her condition prior to the event, Kool could not perform as expected during the aggressive race from Vannes to Plumelec. After consultation with her team's medical staff, it was determined that her health and performance were at risk, leading to her decision to not race in stage two.
"Coming back and recovering from her crash in the Baloise Ladies Tour, Charlotte Kool was feeling better, felt good on the bike and could start yesterday's opening stage in Vannes."
"I was feeling good on the training rides I did earlier this week and was hoping to get through the first two stages..."
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