NZ track cyclist Nick Kergozou in hospital, ruled out of Commonwealth Games
New Zealand track cyclist Nick Kergozou has been ruled out of the Commonwealth Games after sustaining a back injury during training. He is currently hospitalized in stable condition and will be replaced by Keegan Hornblow.
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New Zealand track cyclist Nick Kergozou has been hospitalised in Glasgow and will miss out on competing at his third Commonwealth Games.
The endurance rider from Invercargill sustained a back injury during training.
The 30-year-old is in hospital in a stable condition and is being supported by his family. He is expected to make a full recovery.
Fellow track cyclist, Keegan Hornblow, will replace him in the Men's Pursuit event.
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