Osorio hires a lawyer after being terminated by Bahrain Victorious

Alejandro Osorio Carvajal racing during the UAE Tour
Alejandro Osorio Carvajal racing during the UAE Tour (Image credit: Getty Images Sport)

The news came in two short sentences issued by Bahrain Victorious on Wednesday: "Bahrain Victorious have terminated their agreement with Alejandro Osorio following multiple contract breaches. The team wishes Alejandro the best for his future." 

Now, Osorio, 23, says he cannot discuss his being fired on advice from a lawyer, suggesting he is fighting the action.

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