Sonny Colbrelli cleared to take up light physical activity

Sonny Colbrelli's return to the bike may be coming soon, as the Bahrain - Victorious rider has been cleared to resume physical activity in light of the progress of his health situation.

In a press release issued by Bahrain - Victorious this morning they have confirmed the good news withe the following statement: "Following Colbrelli’s successful operation on March 31st, the Italian rider has continued to undergo further medical check at the Sports Cardiology Unit of the University of Padua. The clinical examinations have shown further improvement of cardiovascular health clearing Colbrelli to start taking up leisure rides and light physical activity."

This comes just over a month after the cardiac arrest which has threatened the Italian rider's life. Colbrelli finished the opening stage of the Volta a Catalunya in second place, and minutes later collapsed after the finish and had to receive cardiac massage. With immediate medical assistance, he was able to recover, and has in the meantime undergone an operation to implant a subcutaneous defibrillator.

"The priority remains to continually monitor his condition with a close follow up in the coming months to secure his safety and resumption of regular life activities," the team concluded.