Egan Bernal talked about competing in the 2021 Giro d’Italia – Cycling – Sports

Egan Bernal was confirmed in the Ineos team that will be in the Giro d’Italia 2021, which will take place from May 8 to 30.

The Colombian cyclist, who will be part of the Italians lot for the first time, was comfortable with the decision communicated by the organization of the squad.

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“I think it is the best decision. I wanted to compete in the Giro since I turned pro in 2016. Even in the year I won the Tour de France in 2019, I was supposed to compete in the Giro, but past events meant it didn’t work out, “he told www.cyclingnews.com

And I add: ““Last year was very difficult for me due to the problems I had with my back. We have analyzed the situation and I think we all agree that it was mIt is better for me to focus on the races that I really enjoy participating in. The Giro is without a doubt one that I have waited for a long time and psychologically that has given me a boost ”.

Bernal was going to take part in the 2019 Giro, but a fall and a broken clavicle prevented him, he went to the Tour de France and won it.

“It seems that every time I think about competing in the Giro something happens, but I will not let that play in my mind. I want to enjoy the race, it is a race that I love it and I’m very happy to focus on it, very motivated by the prospect of finally competing, ”he noted.

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