The near-death story of cycling's great survivor

BeSpoke Weekly by BBC

Mar 27, 201943:18Sports & Recreation

Tom Fordyce is joined by the Guardian’s Jeremy Whittle and former pro rider Rob Hayles – eventually – as they hear the remarkable story of veteran rider Bernie Eisel’s near-fatal accident and his remarkable recovery. Ber...

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