Belgian cycling champion struck by Bpost van

Belgian cycling champion Remco Evenepoel is recovering from injury after being knocked over by a Bpost delivery van while training.

“With a fracture to my rib, shoulder blade, hand, contusions to my lungs and a dislocation of my right clavicle which has caused all surrounding ligaments to be torn, it’s going to be a long journey but I’m fully focused on my recovery and I’m determined to come back stronger, step by step,” Evenepoel said in a post on social media.

“I’m very grateful for all the help and support I received the last 24 hours, from the emergency services, the neighbours that helped me in the first moment, the medical teams in Anderlecht and Herentals and our team doctor Phil. I also want to express my support to the woman who was involved in the accident.”

The Olympic medalist underwent surgery after being hit by the van.

In the photo he posted on social media, Evenepoel was smiling and noted in his caption that “the comeback starts now”.