{
  "id": 12956322,
  "title": "'I don't know exactly what the next few years will hold' – Egan Bernal questions future in cycling, but his intention is to start next season 'for now'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/i-dont-know-exactly-what-the-next-few-years-will-hold-egan-bernal",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T16:53:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Cycling Weekly",
    "slug": "cycling-weekly",
    "url": "https://www.cyclingweekly.com/racing/egan-bernal-questions-future-in-cycling-but-his-intention-is-to-start-next-season-for-now"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Egan Bernal, a three-time cycling champion, has expressed his intention to continue racing in the upcoming season, despite the uncertainty surrounding his future in professional cycling. The Colombian cyclist, who won the Tour de France in 2019 and the Giro d'Italia in 2021, has not raced since this year's Tour de France. In an Instagram post on Thursday, Bernal stated that he is aiming to compete again in 2027, but acknowledged that he is unsure about what the next few years will hold. Bernal, who has been with the team until the end of 2029, revealed that he intends to start next season. He emphasized that his decision is not solely based on continuing for the sake of it, but rather on his motivation, physical and mental strength, and desire to remain competitive. Bernal reflected on his journey, acknowledging the sacrifices he has made and the incredible moments he has experienced, as well as the difficult times. He expressed that he feels proud of his achievements and is now looking forward to enjoying the present moment and allowing time to put things in perspective.",
  "summary": "Tour de France and Giro d'Italia winner has not raced since Tour de France",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}