Chris Froome insists his focus remains on healing, but the multiple Grand Tour champion is already hinting that his racing story isn’t finished. But there are still many questions looming. (Most importantly, which team?)
The 40-year-old pro made a rare public appearance this week at the launch of the 2026 Vuelta a España, just one day after being discharged from hospital following a third surgery related to a serious solo training crash earlier this year. In a conversation with TNT Sports, Froome said he’s finally back on his feet after months of setbacks — and that more news is coming.
Back on track
Froome added that while the past few months have been challenging, he is grateful to be walking again and is eager to put the injuries behind him.
The August crash left Froome with a collapsed lung, five broken ribs and a fractured lumbar vertebra. It was bad. Physicians at the time said the injuries could have been “potentially fatal.” While the physical recovery has been slow, Froome suggested the mental battle is simply part of life in the pro peloton.
“I think that is simply part of being a professional cyclist,” he said. “So, it is really learning how to deal with setbacks, and just get on with it. It’s life as a professional cyclist. You are going to crash at some point. You’re going to get injured at some point. It is how you deal with it that really matters.”
A team for Froomey?
Froome has yet to announce whether he’ll race for a team in 2026 after leaving Israel-Premier Tech–now NSN Cycling. For now, he says rehabilitation has taken priority over contract talks — though he stopped well short of closing the door on another season.
In November, he got back on the bike. “It’s been a tough road back after my latest crash but it feels so good to finally be out here spinning the legs and on the road again,” Froome posted on Instagram. “Every setback teaches you something… this one reminded me to slow down, heal & enjoy the simple things in life.”
The multiple Grand Tour winner explained that his recent focus has been entirely on getting healthy, but he hinted that plans are already shaping up for what’s next and promised updates in the months ahead.
The comments came during the official unveiling of the 2026 Vuelta, which begins Aug. 22 with an opening TT in Monaco.
Whether Froome appears on that start line remains uncertain. But for now, the message is…
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