Alberto Contador underwent surgery to remove more than 100 fat lipomas.
The retired Spanish grand tour star posted a video of himself swathed in bandages after the procedure.
## What happened?
Contador had the surgery during the cooler winter months to remove the fatty deposits.
He won't be riding for a while due to the procedure's side effects, which can include bruising or scarring.
The 40-year-old remains active in the cycling community with a stake in the AURUM bike brand.
## Why it matters for Alberto Contador
Contador's decision to have the surgery shows his commitment to his health and well-being.
He has been keeping active since his retirement, setting an Everesting record in 2020.
And he attempted to ride from Madrid to Milan last winter to celebrate Eolo-Kometa's victory.
## What comes next?
Contador will take some time to recover from the surgery before resuming his cycling activities.
He has a role with Spanish Eurosport and is involved with the Eolo-Kometa squad he founded with Ivan Basso.
The surgery will not affect his work with the squad or his commentary role with Eurosport.
Contador's fans will be waiting for his return to cycling, and he will likely be back on his bike soon.
He has been keeping his pedals turning since his retirement, and this surgery is just a minor setback.
The fatty deposits removed during the surgery were non-cancerous and typically harmless.
But Contador decided to have them removed to avoid any potential complications.
The procedure was successful, and Contador is now recovering at home.
So his fans can expect to see him back on his bike in the near future, competing in cycling events.
Contador's experience and skill will continue to inspire and influence the cycling community.