New Zealand team chef de mission Nigel Avery expressed the team’s sympathy for Kergozou.
“We know this is a hugely disappointing outcome for Nick after all his hard work in getting to the Games.
“The New Zealand team is right behind him as he now focuses on recovery and we look forward to seeing him back in competition when he’s ready.”
Cycling starts at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome on Thursday.