Stig Broeckx was victim of a horrific accident at the Baloise Belgium Tour in May. The Lotto-Soudal rider was involved in a crash with two race motorbikes. According to Cyclingnews, he remains in a coma but he shows signs of recovery.

An update on the Stig Broeckx Fanclub Facebook page confirmed that the Belgian rider has been brought to a rehabilitation centre in Overpeltin, in the northern of Belgium. "Along this road, we want to thank the many people for the massive messages of support via the bracelet 'FIGHT FOR STIG' already," the statement read. "In difficult times for the parents, friends of Stig, family and friends, it is heart-warming that so many people are concerned about the state of health of Stig. After a relatively long period fighting for his life, Stig now in rehabilitation. Stig currently resides at a rehabilitation centre in Overpelt. Here he is in good hands of an entire team that will guide him in his recovery."

"The coming weeks and months will determine whether Stig responds to that test. He is not in danger but is still in a coma", Lotto-Soudal staff explained. "His condition has improved slightly. He is, according to specialists, in a minimally conscious state."