Bellis aims to return to the top

Jonny Bellis has the opportunity to rebuild his career after signing for the Irish An Post Sean Kelly team for next season.

In September 2009, the Manx cyclist was involved in a scooter accident which left him with serious head injuries.

He was kept in an induced coma for four weeks and spent six months in hospital.

It has been a long road back to full fitness, and the bronze medal winner at the World Under-23 Road Race in 2007 is looking forward to competing with fellow Isle of Man rider Mark Christian.

Bellis firmly believes he can get back to the top level: