Andrey Amador (EF Schooling-EasyPost) introduced on Instagram that he has determined to retire from skilled biking earlier than his contract with the crew expires in 2025.
The 38-year-old has not competed since he was hit by a truck driver whereas coaching outdoors Barcelona in Might. Amador reportedly had his bike and foot run over by the truck and suffered fractures to his ankle and foot.
In a video posted to Instagram, Amador mentioned he had not deliberate to retire.
“It was not a straightforward determination. It wasn’t deliberate, however in life and biking, there are occasions when you must hearken to your physique and the place taking good care of your well being ought to be the precedence,” Amador mentioned based on a translation posted by IDL Professional Biking.
Throughout his profession Amador gained solely two skilled races: a stage of the Giro d’Italia in 2012 and the Klasika Primavera de Amorebieta in 2018.
He turned professional in 2009 with Caisse d’Epargne and remained with the crew (Movistar) by way of 2019 earlier than becoming a member of the Ineos Grenadiers. He raced with the British crew for 3 seasons earlier than signing with EF Schooling-EasyPost in 2023.
Amador raced the Tour de France and Giro d’Italia seven instances and had his greatest Grand Tour total end in 2015 when he was fourth on GC behind Alberto Contador, Fabio Aru and Mikel Landa.
“Though I’m saying goodbye to skilled biking, I’ll at all times stay related to this sport I really like,” Amador mentioned. “I cherish the gorgeous reminiscences and the satisfaction of at all times acting at my greatest on the bike. Now, there will probably be moments of relaxation and time to deal with my well being. Thanks all, and see you at all times.”
