Andorran Cyclist Ramon Aranda Finishes Titan Almeria Stage Despite Shoulder Injury

Andorran cyclist Ramon Aranda has completed his 31st Titan event, finishing 374th overall in the Titan Almeria race while supporting a cancer research fundraising initiative.

Aranda took part in the Una rosa contra el desert project, backed by the Fundació CRIS contra el Càncer, to raise funds for cancer research. The effort involves survivors who have turned to sport for recovery.

Earlier, on the 73-kilometre opening stage last Thursday, Aranda covered the demanding course—with nearly 2,000 metres of elevation gain and technical sections—in 5 hours, 57 minutes and 43 seconds. He pushed through a shoulder injury, describing himself as feeling "quite good" and stable on the bike. At the finish, he called it his first contribution to the cause, adding, "I felt much better than expected," and expressed satisfaction with the stage and his teammates.

Diagnosed with two prostate tumours in 2020, Aranda credited cycling with aiding his rehabilitation. He skipped the Morocco leg due to injury but wore the project's colours throughout Almeria.

A donation link remains active via the Fundació CRIS contra el Càncer, with Aranda urging contributions from the event area.