We caught up to Fränk Schleck immediately after the race and he talked us through his near win. “Nobody gives you presents; it’s bloody hard bike racing and everyone works hard to win a stage. So did I. Today we raced as a team, the boys were present, always around me, and took care of me. I felt really good and I knew that if I wanted to try something it had to be in the last climb. It was very fast. I felt good and attacked four times – I would not let it go because I had nothing to lose. So that is what I did until no one followed me. I think I did a good downhill, and everyone knows that is not my favorite or best skill. At the end I really thought I had it. I gave it all I had but they passed me with 20m to go. No matter what I come out as a winner here. It was important for myself, for my conficence, and for the team that they can count on me: as a captain and leader, also as a teammate and friend. “Once in a while you have to show people that you are back. I think I did that this week and I believe that I still have room for improvement over the next couple weeks, and I shoud be in good form for Critérium International and Pays Basque. I am really looking forward to these races!” Although Andy Schleck struggled during the eight-day race, overall he was content with his feeling on the final day.
Posted on: Sun, 16 Mar 2014 19:23:23 +0000
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