Colombian Cyclists Warn of Cycling Crisis

Colombian Cycling Stars Warn

Nairo Quintana, Egan Bernal and Rigoberto Urán warned Colombian cycling faces generational crisis without strong succession.

“Un día va a pasar esto”

2026 World Tour Results

Colombia won only two World Tour races in 2026: Santiago Buitrago and Harold Tejada.

Bernal's View on Crisis

Egan Bernal said Colombia lost its cycling power after a historic cycle ended.

“Pasa en el ciclismo, en el fútbol, en la política, en todo. Las potencias no duran para siempre”

Quintana's Concerns

Quintana warned that without generational work, Colombian cycling will face a major crisis.

“Siempre hemos estado en crisis y se les dijo: un día va a pasar esto”

Urán's Cultural Critique

Urán said Colombian cultural habits hinder consistent training and competition.

“Eso es una cosa que culturalmente y también como colombianos tendríamos que aprender”

Colombian Athletes Drop Out

Urán said some athletes left his team after five months due to alcohol and lack of commitment.

“Cinco meses después no le contestaban al equipo, se quedaban en Colombia, borrachos”

Tour Colombia Returns

Tour Colombia will return to the international calendar in January 2027 with Egan Bernal and others supporting.

Tour Colombia Details

Tour Colombia will have six stages and return to the international calendar after its last event in 2024.

Tour Colombia Benefits

Tour Colombia aims to attract international teams and boost tourism and local economies.

Quintana's Tourism View

Quintana said Tour Colombia boosts Colombia's international recognition and tourism.

“Este tipo de eventos es una excusa para hacer deporte... reconocimiento internacional de nuestro país”

Tour Colombia 2027

Tour Colombia 2027 will be the second edition without Nairo Quintana in the peloton.