Nicolas Portal dies of a heart attack aged 40

Team Ineos shared the following statement:

It is with the greatest sadness that we announce the passing of our much loved team mate, colleague and friend Nico Portal who died suddenly this afternoon at his home in Andorra.

We are all overcome with grief at this terrible news and would ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy at this difficult time. 

RIP Nico – your spirit will always be with us on the road and you will forever be in our hearts.