The Colombian athlete Juan Carlos Garzón He died this Friday, March 29, as a result of the accident he suffered a few weeks ago and which left him in critical condition fighting for his life.
The athlete was training for the National Downhill Championshipwhich took place in the department of Valle del Cauca, when he suffered the fatal accident.
The Colombian Cycling Federation reported after the accident, through an official statement, that the 38-year-old athlete was admitted to the Imbanaco Clinic in Cali and his health status was reserved.
Garzón fell in the middle of his training and had a cervical problem as EL TIEMPO learned, and he was between life and death so he was transferred to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
Garzón's death is confirmed
This Friday it was learned that the athlete lost the battle, leaving a great void in the sports community.
The Bogotá Cycling League confirmed Garzón's death. “Today with deep pain we say goodbye to our athlete, rider and friend Juan Carlos Garzon Avellaneda, his departure shook our hearts, without a doubt we are left with his good energy, his kindness and how much he enjoyed life on his bike. To his family we extend our most sincere hug of strength, we hope you find serenity and comfort.”
“To the downhill community, our best energy and call to take care of each other, to continue fighting for this wonderful sport in the safest way possible. Keep pedaling Juank, we'll see you up there!”
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