AG2R CITROËN Team Wins Team Classification on 17th Stage of La Vuelta a Espana

The AG2R CITROËN team had a satisfying performance on the seventeenth stage of La Vuelta a Espana, winning the team classification. Although the objective was to secure a victory, the team had no regrets as they were up against stronger competitors.

Clement Champoussin and Bob Jungels, both riders for AG2R CITROËN, had commendable performances in the race. Champoussin finished sixth and Jungels eighth. Champoussin reflected on his performance, stating, “I feel that the form is there, I’ve been riding around since the start of this Vuelta with several breakaways. There are still some good opportunities.” Jungels acknowledged the strength of his competitors, saying, “Clément (Champoussin) was better than me, but we were beaten by stronger riders. It’s a bit frustrating when you spend all day at the front and there’s no victory at the end, but that’s sport. I’m happy to be back in good shape.”

In the overall classification after seventeen stages, Ben O’Connor of AG2R CITROËN is currently in eighth place. AG2R CITROËN team is determined to continue putting in a strong effort in the remaining stages of La Vuelta a Espana to achieve their objectives.