Biografia
Egan Bernal's journey embodies the essence of resilience, endurance, and unwavering mental fortitude. These qualities became paramount when he faced the most daunting challenge of his life: recovering from a life-threatening collision with a stationary bus during a training ride on January 24, 2022.
The accident resulted in multiple fractures and critical chest trauma, pushing him perilously close to permanent paralysis. Despite the grave prognosis and the subsequent series of surgeries, including a complex spinal operation, Bernal's determination and spirit shone through.
The Colombian defied the odds, making a successful return to the professional cycling arena at the 2023 Vuelta a San Juan in Argentina just seven months after the traumatic incident.
Egan Bernal: A pioneering Tour de France win for Colombia
Before the life-altering accident, Bernal steadily ascended to the peak of the cycling world. Bernal was born on January 13, 1997, in Bogotá, Colombia, a renowned hub for cycling talent. Following his successful junior years, he transitioned to the World Tour, debuting with the Androni Giocattoli team in 2016 at 19.
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