Niels Albert has been forced to rest for a few days after his fall at the opening cyclo-cross of the season in Neerpelt over the weekend. The rider fell shortly after the start but was able to finish the race. "The X-ray shows that my sternum and ribs are bruised," the 22 year-old Palmans rider told Belgian news website Sporza. "Also my knee is twisted."
Albert attempted to return to riding after checkups on Monday, however the rider had limited success. "I am in a lot of pain at the moment," the Under 23 World Champion explained. "I tried to ride today but that wasn't a success."
