Background and Early Life

Egan Arley Bernal Gómez was born on January 13, 1997, in Zipaquirá, Colombia. He was raised in a household where cycling was a familiar presence—his father, Germán Bernal, was an avid recreational cyclist, though he never competed professionally. From an early age, Egan was immersed in the world of cycling. At age eight, he began riding, not on a road bike, but on a mountain bike. He quickly developed a strong aptitude for off-road terrain, frequently racing on demanding courses of sand, mud, and forest trails.

Bernal demonstrated remarkable talent in mountain biking, securing numerous victories at local competitions. His capabilities earned him international experience when he competed in the Junior Mountain Bike World Championships in 2014 and 2015, marking him as a standout among young riders on the global stage.

Professional Cycling Career and Net Worth

2017 marked a significant turning point in Bernal's professional career. He began the season strongly with a ninth-place finish in the general classification (GC) at the Vuelta a San Juan in Argentina. He continued to impress with a seventh-place GC finish at the Tour de Langkawi and fifth place at the GP Industria & Artigianato. That same year, he made his debut in a WorldTour stage race at Tirreno-Adriatico, finishing sixteenth overall and second in the young rider classification. His first professional win came in July 2017, when he claimed victory on Stage 2 of the Sibiu Cycling Tour in Romania.

Carrying forward the legacy of elite Colombian climbers, Bernal distinguished himself on mountainous terrain. However, unlike previous Colombian greats, Bernal achieved what none had before—winning the Tour de France. In July 2019, at age 22, Bernal claimed the yellow jersey during the final Alpine stage and went on to secure Colombia's first-ever Tour de France title. He also became the youngest winner of the race in the post-World War II era and the third-youngest overall in history.

Bernal’s estimated net worth, as of recent reports, stands at several million dollars, largely earned through team contracts, endorsement deals, and prize money. His affiliation with INEOS Grenadiers (formerly Team Sky) has placed him among the top-earning cyclists in the sport.

Personal Life and Family

Egan Bernal resides in his hometown of Zipaquirá, Colombia, along with his partner, Xiomy Guerrero. They live just minutes away from his parents and his younger brother. Bernal maintains close ties with his family, who have been unwavering in their support of his cycling career. When he donned the yellow jersey at the 2019 Tour de France, Guerrero and his family were at the finish line in Paris, leading to an emotional celebration that resonated deeply with fans across Colombia.