With the New Year, Jose Serpa (1979) has announced the end of his professional career. The Colombian shows his gratitude to all who have supported him "over the years."

Serpa wrote the following message on his Facebook page:

"Today a year full of anecdotes, sacrifices, victories, defeats, travel, races and occasional celebrations ends. This year in particular is different. Today a part of my career ends and before saying goodbye, I want to reiterate my thanks to Team Lampre Merida for giving me the opportunity and guidance and for accompanying me for so many battles, to my teammates, managers, sports masseurs and mechanics for their unconditional support and for making these three years the best experience.

"I do not know how to thank everyone who has helped over the years, sponsors, media and fans who have always been there to cheer me on and above all, I want to thank my family. Without their unconditional love, I would never have gotten this far..."

Serpa ends a decade in the elite peloton during which he did seven Giri d'Italia, three Tours de France and ove Vuelta a Espana with the teams Selle Italia/Serramenti/Androni Giocattoli (2006-2012) and Lampre-Merida (2013-2015).