“Tirreno-Adriatico represents an important step in the start of my season and in my approach to the classics season. It will be my first experience in the race and the desire to prove myself is great. I know that it will be a challenging week, because the routes of Tirreno-Adriatico are traditionally demanding, as well as ideal for those who, like me, are looking for the best condition ahead of the classics. But the motivation is strong. There are at least two, if not three opportunities to fight for success. Routes aside, there is also the battle with the other sprinters, which motivates me a lot. It’s also through the challenge with the best riders that I can grow, and at Tirreno, there will be a lot of them. Winning or losing, there are always useful takeaways from such important races.
The Opening Weekend didn’t go as I wanted, but feeling regret against a health problem is pointless. I’m sorry I wasn’t able to test myself on a terrain I like and on which I want to be a protagonist in the future. At Tirreno I hope to regain the good feelings I had on my debut at Valenciana and which accompanied me all the way to Belgium. The stomach problems are over and the condition is certainly not gone. I face my first challenge in Italy with great spirit and confidence.”
The upcoming cycling season is set to kick off with the much-anticipated Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico races. Riders are gearing up to showcase their skills and make their mark in these prestigious events, setting the stage for an exciting spring cycling calendar. With riders [expressing their motivations and challenges,] cyclists and fans alike are eagerly awaiting the battles that will unfold on these challenging routes.
