Definition
Robert Kišerlovski is a Croatian former professional road cyclist who competed internationally from the mid‑2000s until his retirement in the mid‑2010s.
Overview
Born on 6 September 1986 in Rijeka, Croatia, Kišerlovski began his professional career in 2007. Over the course of his career he rode for several UCI WorldTour and ProContinental teams, including Liquigas (2007–2009), Team Sky (2010–2012), Astana (2013–2014), and Nippo–Vini Fantini (2015). He was recognised primarily as a climber and a reliable domestique, contributing to team strategies in stage races and Grand Tours. Notable results include a top‑10 overall finish at the 2011 Tour of Austria (2nd place) and a 12th‑place overall standing in the 2012 Vuelta a España. Kišerlovski retired from professional cycling in 2015 and has since been involved in coaching and promoting cycling in Croatia.
Etymology/Origin
The surname “Kišerlovski” is of Slavic origin, typical of names found in the former Yugoslav region. It is derived from a patronymic formation, indicating lineage (“‑ovski” meaning “son of” or “belonging to”). The given name “Robert” is of Germanic origin, meaning “bright fame.”
Characteristics
- Discipline: Road racing
- Rider type: Climber, support rider (domestique)
- Physical profile: Height approximately 1.78 m; racing weight around 65 kg, consistent with the build of a mountain specialist.
- Career highlights:
- 2nd Overall, Tour of Austria (2011)
- 12th Overall, Vuelta a España (2012)
- Multiple top‑10 finishes in stage races such as the Tour de Romandie and the Tour of Slovenia.
- Family connections: His younger brother, Kristijan Kišerlovski, is also a professional cyclist.
Related Topics
- Professional road cycling
- Croatian cyclists
- UCI WorldTour teams (Liquigas, Team Sky, Astana)
- Grand Tours (Vuelta a España)
- Cycling in the Balkans
All information presented reflects data available from reputable sports archives and official race results up to the date of retirement.