# Colombian Cyclists Warn of Cycling Crisis

> Colombian cycling stars warn of generational crisis as World Tour wins drop.
- Title: Colombian Cyclists Warn of Cycling Crisis · Infobae | Shortify
- Summary: Colombian cycling stars warn of generational crisis as World Tour wins drop. Nairo Quintana, Egan Bernal and Rigoberto Urán warn Colombian cycling faces…
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- Source: Infobae — https://infobae.com/colombia/deportes/2026/11/10/nairo-quintana-egan-bernal-y-rigoberto-uran-advirtieron-sobre-el-dificil-momento-que-vive-el-ciclismo-colombiano-un-dia-va-a-pasar-esto
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## 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.
## Key takeaway

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