Spanish cyclist and model Cecilia Sopeña, 36, has officially announced that she is leaving the world of cycling competitions, citing exhaustion from constant harassment and unwanted approaches during sporting events. The decision has drawn attention in local media and on social networks.
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In addition to being an athlete, Sopeña is also a content creator on an adult platform, earning around 50,000 euros a month. She is also a mother, a high school math teacher, and a cycling enthusiast. However, the pressure and invasive stares have made the sport unsustainable for her.
“I don’t race anymore. I go from facing people, to stares, to whispers, to confrontations. The racing world—don’t invite me, I’m not going,” she declared.
The Spaniard says her presence triggers inappropriate behavior, with people recording her reactions and trying to provoke her:
“Many people expect something from me. Either I meet their expectations or make them feel good. It’s exhausting.”
Cecilia also complains about invasive encounters outside of competitions, where strangers demand photos or videos:
“A photo with you, sure. But a video for your friend, no. Just like I don’t make custom videos on the blue page [OnlyFans], I won’t do that for someone I don’t know.”
Despite her popularity, Sopeña says she is going through a tough time personally and professionally. She admits to being on the defensive due to her online exposure:
“Social media has harmed me. I’m tired of feeling like I have to be nice, to meet expectations. I have the right not to want to.”
In recent years, Cecilia has faced financial issues and personal betrayals—even as her income has grown. She is currently involved in a lawsuit where a former acquaintance is demanding 100,000 euros from her:
“It’s someone I gave my time, energy, affection, and trust to. The last people who came into my life tried to take money from me. It’s becoming harder and harder to trust.”
Sopeña’s story reignites the conversation about privacy, digital exposure, and the right to individual boundaries—especially for women in the public eye who navigate multiple professional roles.
Photo and video: Instagram @cecilia.sopenaespa. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
