A police officer was severely injured in a motorcycle crash during the closing stage of the Tour de Luxembourg on Sunday.

The crash occurred during the final stage of the Tour de Luxembourg on Sunday, with the police officer sustaining serious injuries after falling from his motorcycle. The accident happened about 28 kilometers before the finish line and the officer had to be taken to a hospital.

Police said no other vehicle was involved in the accident, according to initial findings.

The officer had been riding ahead of Mats Wenzel, who was leading the race at the time. Wenzel signalled to those behind him about the crash, as seen on RTL's live broadcast.