Egan Bernal on his return to Tour de France: "I'm on my way back to my best"

Egan Bernal has been included in the '8' of the INEOS Grenadiers for the 2023 Tour de France and that means that the Colombian rider has recovered his morale and self-confidence after the hard accident he suffered at the beginning of 2022 that almost cost him life.

Bernal, on social networks, has assured that the fact of having been called up for the Grande Boucle is a tremendous blow to morale for him that makes him dream of recovering his best level in the future and trying to return to being the cyclist who dazzled the world winning the Tour de France and the Giro d'Italia.

"Returning to the Tour is an important goal for me. I am very excited to be able to experience every kilometer. I know that many have followed what happened since my accident. Being part of the team this 2023, ensures me that I am on my way to return to my best level", the Colombian commented on his social networks.

A LONG ROUTE BACK

After dealing with an injury that kept him out of competition for a while, Egan Bernal embarked on an arduous recovery process to return to the highest level in the world of cycling. His determination and dedication were key in his rehabilitation, and little by little he began to compete again in important races.

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Among the competitions in which he participated during his recovery process were the Volta a Catalunya, Itzulia, the Tour de Romandie and the Tour of Hungary. These races not only gave him the opportunity to test his physical and mental state, but also allowed him to gain pace and confidence in his performance on the bike.

As the season progressed, Egan Bernal was showing clear signs that his fitness was improving markedly. His triumphant comeback was evident at the 2023 Criterium du Dauphiné, a competition that is regarded as an important indicator for the Tour de France. In this race, Bernal showed his strength by facing some of the best cyclists in the world and managed to excel in several key stages.

His impressive performance in the Criterium Dauphiné made it clear that Egan Bernal was ready to once again face the challenge of the Tour de France, the most prestigious and demanding competition in cycling. With his return confirmed to the most important event on the cycling calendar, the expectations and enthusiasm surrounding his participation reached its peak.

Bernal's return to the Tour de France created quite a stir among cycling fans and the wider sports community. As the winner of the 2019 Tour de France, Bernal demonstrated his ability to face and overcome the toughest challenges of the race. His climbing style and his ability to manage the mountainous stages make him a serious contender for glory again in world cycling's biggest competition.

With each pedal stroke, Egan Bernal continues to leave a mark on cycling history. His tenacity, determination and innate talent have allowed him to overcome obstacles and return to the elite of the sport he loves so much. Fans and followers of this exciting sport are looking forward to Bernal's return to the Tour de France, confident that he will bring us intense emotions and memorable fights on the French roads.