Cyclists crash during final lap of track race in Bogotá, Colombia

On April 9, 2026, in Bogotá, Colombia, @alejandrapalacios_17 shared a video capturing a high-speed cycling accident during the C2 UCI Pista Colombia and the I Válida Nacional de Pista. In the video, multiple cyclists are seen racing along a banked curve when a pile-up occurs during the final lap at the Velódromo Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento. The crash happened as riders surged toward the finish line on the 333-meter track, involving several competitors. Despite the intensity of the collision, reports indicate that most athletes sustained only minor injuries such as bruises and road rash. Officials were still able to determine final race positions based on placements at the time of the crash.