Craig Lewis (cyclist) explained

Craig Lewis
Birth Date:10 January 1985
Birth Place:Moore, South Carolina, United States of America
Height:5feet
Weight:143lb
Currentteam:Retired
Discipline:Road
Role:Rider
Amateuryears1:2004–2006
Proyears1:2007
Proyears2:2008–2011
Proyears3:2012–2013
Proteam3:[1]

Craig Lewis (born January 10, 1985) is an American former professional road bicycle racer, who competed professionally between 2007 and 2013.

In 2004, while riding for  – then a small team on the US circuit that would later grow to be one of the world's biggest, currently known as  – Lewis was gravely injured when he was struck by a car during an individual time trial at the Tour de Georgia. He lost consciousness, punctured both lungs, suffered severe internal bleeding, and fractured dozens of bones. After months of rehab and physical therapy, and multiple surgeries, Lewis eventually made a full recovery.[2]

After failing to earn a contract for the 2014 season, Lewis retired in February 2014.[3]

Palmares

2006
  • 1st Under-23 National Road Race Championships
  • 1st Under-23 National Criterium Championships
    2007
  • 3rd Overall Tour of Bahamas
  • 6th Overall Tour of Ireland
  • 7th Overall Tour de l'Avenir
    2009
  • 1st Stage 3 TTT Tour de Romandie
  • 7th Overall Tour of Ireland
    2011
  • 1st Stage 1 TTT Giro d'Italia
    2012
  • 1st Stage 2 Tour de Beauce

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    Notes and References

    1. News: Lewis and Butler join Champion System. Laura. Weislo. November 7, 2011. January 7, 2012. Cycling News. Future Publishing Limited.
    2. Web site: Jonathan Vaughters. Jonathan Vaughters. To live and be alive. 2011-05-11. Cycling News. Future Publishing Limited. 2011-05-11.
    3. News: Craig Lewis retires after Lampre deal falls through. Laura. Weislo. Cyclingnews.com. Future plc. February 19, 2014. February 26, 2014.