Westra looks to overcome his depression, win court cases

Lieuwe Westra said that depression, lack of motivation and two on-going court cases have made it impossible for him "to fully concentrate on my pro career." The Dutch rider abruptly announced his retirement from the sport earlier this week. "I understand that for many people this came unexpectedly," he said in a statement published by his sister-in-law Wednesday evening on his Facebook page.

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