Swiss racer Silvan Dillier experienced a dramatic crash during the Paris-Roubaix race, colliding with a Visma-Lease A Bike mechanic while speeding through the cobbled sectors. Despite an initial diagnosis of a hand fracture, Dillier confirmed through an Instagram video that he sustained no major injuries. He expressed gratitude towards the mechanic and appreciated the support he received after the incident. His collision did not hinder his team, Alpecin-Deceuninck, from celebrating Mathieu van der Poel's victory in the race, marking Dillier's next race at the Tour de Romandie.
"Many of you have seen the footage of my crash at Paris-Roubaix. it looked really dramatic... I am relieved to share that, fortunately, nothing is broken and I'm feeling well."
"In such a chaotic race like Paris-Roubaix, we were really lucky it didn't turn out worse. And I appreciate the message and sincere apology from the Visma-Lease A Bike mechanic."
"Thank you for all your support and kind messages and I want to wish you a peaceful and happy Easter holidays."
"Dillier's departure from the race on the fifth cobbled sector of the day at Vertain didn't prevent his team from celebrating victory in Roubaix..."
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