Team Novo Nordisk’s Ruud Cremers sustained a head injury during Monday’s Stage 2 of the Vuelta Independencia Nacional in the Dominican Republic.

Cremers, from Gulpen, the Netherlands, crashed during Stage 2 of the Vuelta Independencia Nacional and was unable to continue the race. The 23-year-old was transferred to the hospital where he is currently in stable condition and showing improvement.

“Everyone at Team Novo Nordisk is pulling for Ruud’s recovery and doing everything in our power to support him and his family throughout the entire process,” Team Novo Nordisk CEO and co-founder Phil Southerland said. “We are using all resources at our disposal to ensure Ruud receives the best possible care. For now, please keep Ruud in your prayers.”

In an update posted on Tuesday on their Twitter account, the team informed:

"Medical team hopes for a full recovery & expects to bring him to Atlanta tomorrow. Thanks for the words of support!"