José Mercado (cyclist)

José Mercado is a retired professional road cyclist from Mexico. He is best known for representing Mexico in the road race at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. While he did not finish the race, his participation marked a significant achievement for Mexican cycling. Beyond the Olympics, Mercado competed in various UCI-sanctioned road races and stage races, primarily in the Americas. Information regarding specific race victories or consistent high rankings is limited, suggesting a career focused more on national representation and regional competition rather than international prominence. Further research into Mexican cycling archives and race results would be required to provide a more comprehensive overview of his career.