Robert Gesink has revealed that he has been suffering from cardiac arrhytmia for several years and even though the medical staff see no reason to prevent him from racing, he has taken the decision to find the cause of the disorder. Having recently suffered problems at the Tour of the Basque Country, Gesink will put his career on hold until a solution is found but both he and his team are confident that he will return to the highest level.

Belkin Pro Cycling TEAM rider Robert Gesink has been suffering from cardiac arrhythmia during heavy physical exertions for a few years. This was also the case while he obtained his greatest race results.

During previously conducted medical research, medics have concluded that cardiac arrhythmia does not hinder a cyclist’s performance, even at the highest level. However, ever since the Giro d’Italia in 2013, Gesink has become afraid of this disorder.

In agreement with the team, the medical staff and experts, Gesink has decided to go through an extensive medical examination to try and find the cause of this disorder and a solution for this problem. 

The Belkin Pro Cycling TEAM will fully support Gesink during this period, and will give him all the time he needs to recover. Up until now, the medical staff has not found any reason to stop Gesink from racing. In agreement with Gesink, the team will perform an extensive cardiac examination and he will not race until further notice.

The Belkin Pro Cycling TEAM has full confidence that Gesink will be able to continue to perform at the highest level and that he will leave this difficult problem behind him. 

Gesink revealed the details at a press conference held this evening and expressed his confidence that he will be able to return to the highest level. Most recently, he suffered problems at the Vuelta al Pais Vasco where he abandoned the race after a solid start to the race. 

More details about the condition has not been revealed but it is said to be caused by stress in the biggest races. This may explain his many good results in smaller events while he has often failed to live up to his promise in his major targets.

Gesink was originally set to be co-leader with Bauke Mollema at the Tour de France but it is now very uncertain that he will be at the start line in Leeds in July.