Eddie Dunbar out of Giro d'Italia due to injury

Eddie Dunbar is out of the Giro d'Italia due to injuries picked up on a crash in the second stage.

Dunbar was involved in the fall alongside teammate Filippo Zana and Dutch sprinter Olav Kooij.

"Unfortunately following a crash on stage two of Giro d'Italia, Eddie Dunbar will not start today's third stage," Team Jayco-AlUla wrote.

"The Irishman was able to finish the stage, but after further examinations by the team doctor, the decision has been made to withdraw the 27-year old from the race due to a sustained injury under his right kneecap and bodily abrasions."

Dunbar showed his bravery in riding out the final 63km to be 5:56 down on stage winner and race leader Tadej Pogačar.

However the decision has been made to opt out due to the injuries.