Chaos in Tour de France as DOG rides in the middle of peloton before rider crashes into it, causing massive crowding

Chaos in Tour de France as DOG rides in the middle of peloton before rider crashes into it, causing massive crowding

CHAOS started in the Tour de France when a dog drove into the middle of the pack.

The dog was hit by a rider and saw two cyclists fall from their bicycles.

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Due to the heat in Europe, riders were tested to the limit this yearCredit: Reuters

The peloton, which saw dozens of riders from the field come together in a tight-knit group, did well to avoid injuries, with many nearly coming to a halt as a result of the scenario.

The frightened dog tried to break away from the pack and can be seen next to the riders at the end of the video.

It’s unclear how it made its way onto the road, though its safety raised concerns for social media users after the clip was circulated on Twitter by Cycling tips

One tweeted: ‘Poor dog’.

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Another user said, “Looks like he slipped his belt. I hope he’s okay. And the wiped out cyclists are okay too.’

The famed cycling event has already seen quite a bit of drama, with a rider taking his . sees broken glasses at an earlier stage of his face.

As well as this Italian rider Daniel Oss was forced to withdraw from the tour during stage five.

The 35-year-old overshadowed a chaotic stage when he broke his neck after colliding with a fan.

British fans continue to be impressed by 22-year-old’s turnout Tom Pidcock, who is looking for finally a Tour de France crown.

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Already an MBE after his services to the sport, the young star will be looking for Bradley Wiggins and Chris Froome as British champions of the competition.

He made a statement in the field when he took the win over the famous Alpe d’Huez stage, famously challenging for riders.

The event has one week to go, after it kicks off on July opening day.