Anna Shackley forced to retire due to heart irregularities

SD Worx-Protime confirmed that Anna Shackley has been forced to retire from professional cycling due to heart problems. Shackley has undergone multiple tests since January, and her medical team confirmed that she suffers from cardiac arrhythmia and other heart irregularities.

SD Worx-Protime also confirmed that she immediately stopped training and racing. Her medical team concluded that the heart irregularities were not compatible with a top-level sports career.