A. Vinokurov to announce about his retirement soon
15:48, 21 July 2011
ALMATY. July 21. KAZINFORM A cycling ride will take place in Almaty to support Alexander Vinokurov who is in hospital now because of a serious injury. He was injured during the last stage of the Tour de France bicycle race.
Sunday was the last day of the most famous bicycle race - Tour de France. It was the last tour for Kazakhstan's cyclist and at the beginning of the race he was among leaders. Unfortunately, he got injured and was not able to continue the race. After the surgery he will announce about his retirement from this sport.
Alexander Vinokurov has done a lot for our country to be recognized at the world sports arena and for development of cycling sport in Kazakhstan in general.