WATCH: Philippe Gilbert overcooks a bend and somersaults into a ravine on Stage 16

Gilbert’s attack on the descent of Col de Portet-d’Aspet on Stage 16 was swiftly ended when he somersaulted over a roadside barrier and fell into a ravine

Philippe Gilbert was leading the Tour de France down the descent of Col de Portet-d’Aspet on Stage 16. Deploying an aero tucked position on the bike, Gilbert was a minute ahead of the main  peloton, which was swiftly ended when he went somersaulted over the roadside barrier and fell into a ravine.

The former world and Belgium champion was seen seated on the stone wall composing himself. Gilbert was treated for bruises and scraps but seemed to be no worse for wear despite the horrifying crash.

The stage was marred with incidents including a protest by french farmers, police used tear gas to disperse them, which then affected the whole peloton.

We've all been very scared, but @PhilippeGilbert is ok and will go back on the bike. ??
Après une grosse frayeur, @PhilippeGilbert semble aller bien et va repartir. ??#TDF2018 pic.twitter.com/Xtrjyw3QSf

— Le Tour de France (@LeTour) July 24, 2018