Egan Bernal returns to road training 2 months after his serious accident

On January 24th, cyclist Egan Bernal suffered a serious accident in Bogotá that nearly cost him his life. Just 2 months later, he is already riding on the road again.

Egan Bernal starts pedaling on the road after his serious accident

He was riding on a highway in time trial position when he collided with a bus parked on the side. It is said that he was going about 65 km/h and the accident caused fractures in the femur and knee of his right leg, vertebrae, and ribs, among others. Additionally, he had a delicate lung perforation.

That was just 2 months ago, and since then he has been sharing his recovery on social media. But if the progress in his recovery already seemed miraculous, now he surprises us by training on the road for the first time. 

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The happiest day of my life. After 2 months and 20 broken bones, here I am, and I want more. See you on the road, guys.

He has shared it himself on his Instagram account, and although it seems impossible, it could be a statement of intent from the Colombian. Will we see him compete this year?