Egan Bernal back on his bike on ‘happiest day of my life’

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By Samantha Allen

Published: March 28, 2022 | 8:08 AM

The 25-year-old who was left nursing multiple broken bones has made a remarkable recovery, and posted on Instagram a photo of him back in the saddle.

He is seen wearing his Ineos team colours riding a bike with two others.

“The happiest day of my life. After two months and 20 broken bones here I am again and I want more!” he wrote.

The 2019 Tour de France and 2021 Giro d’Italia champion hit a stationary bus at full speed on January 24 riding at 62km/h.

Bernal has said he “almost died” after smashing into the bus.

The 25-year-old broke 11 ribs, a knee cap, a thigh bone, two vertebrae and a thumb, as well as puncturing both lungs.

By Garrin Lambley © Agence France-Presse

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.