On November 15, Sonny Colbrelli will announce the end of his cycling career, as a result of sudden heart disease on March 21 this year. The 32-year-old Italian sprinter suffered from an arrhythmia requiring the use of a life support defibrillator, moments after the first stage of the Volta a Catalunya, after maxing out in a sprint, and since then has seen the possibilities fade • back to high competition.

After undergoing a subcutaneous defibrillator implant – in the image of footballer Christian Eriksen – Colberelli still admits to resuming activity, but as the Danish footballer from Manchester United has also faced, he will be banned under Italian legislation (as of 2017) from competing in Your country and the national teams.

Alternatively, the cyclist also considered turning to the Swiss Confederation, the country in which he resides, to request the indispensable sporting licence, but the UCI imposed its final decision, invalidating Sony Colbrelli’s claims, basing on Bahrain’s seriousness. The winning team rider.

With 34 victories in 12 years of professionalism, Colbrelli’s top career achievements include the Paris-Roubaix classic on October 3, 2021 and the Italian and European champions title in the same year.