What is Rigo Urán afraid of? The cyclist revealed the biggest fear that could come true

Rigoberto Uran It continues to be news in the world of Colombian cycling. The rider starred in an extended dialogue in the program Good Day Colombia from the RCN Channel and surprised with several revelations.

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He 'Bull' of Urraowith the humor that characterizes him, made the presenters of the program laugh and entertained the viewers who are attentive to every detail of the cyclist for the successful novel 'Rigo'based on his life.

However, Rigo He made a revelation that left many with their mouths open. When asked about the biggest fear of his life, he explained that it could come true very soon and that everything depends on a hard decision to make.

“I'm afraid of retirement and falls. Everything in life has an end, but I need a lot of psychological help thinking about my retirement. High-performance athletes live in a bubble, everything is tailored to you and you get used to it. It is also very difficult when you see your family suffer after a fall.“explained the Colombian.

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In several press releases, Rigoberto Uran He has hinted that 2024 will be his last year running at the highest level and that he could announce his official retirement after completing the season. Of course, he wants to leave his name in the history of Colombian cycling with a medal in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

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Although the idea of ​​retiring could be cut short, despite saying that his idea is to enjoy cycling to the fullest and that he is going to 'hang up the bike' at the right time, so as not to be left behind the peloton.

In the same interview, Rigoberto revealed that the EF Education Easy-Post He offered him a contract renewal for two years. Although he did not explain whether he was studying her or had already rejected her, this could drastically change his future and her life.

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For now, Rigo He only thinks about his next challenge, which will be to face the Tour Colombia 2.1, race that will begin on February 6 with a 155-kilometer stage, which will start in the municipality of Paipa, in Boyacá and will end in Duitama.

The last official competition of the 'Toro' of Urrao were the last National Road Championships: He finished eighth in the time trial and finished in 33rd place in the long-distance race.

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