Nairo Quintana, Close to Retirement: His Legacy and Latest Results
March 22, 2026, could be marked as one of the most significant and emotional dates for Colombian sports. On that day, the cyclist from Boyacá, Nairo Quintana, would officially announce his retirement from professional cycling, concluding a career that spanned over 15 years in the global elite.
TL;DR
- Nairo Quintana is expected to announce his retirement from professional cycling on March 22, 2026.
- The announcement will take place at a press conference prior to the Volta a Catalunya.
- Quintana's career spans over 15 years, with 51 professional victories.
- Major achievements include winning the Giro d'Italia (2014) and Vuelta a España (2016), and two second-place finishes in the Tour de France (2013, 2015).
- He has also won other notable races like Tirreno-Adriático and Volta a Catalunya.
- Quintana returned to Movistar Team in 2024 and has competed in several races in early 2026, including the UAE Tour and Tirreno-Adriático.
- It remains uncertain if he will participate in any more Grand Tours before retiring.