Team Visma | Lease a Bike: Matteo Jorgenson’s Ambitions Shine as Paris-Nice Approaches
The upcoming Paris-Nice edition has the ambitious American rider Matteo Jorgenson motivated to push his limits and aim for a top result. Feeling confident within his team, Jorgenson expressed his excitement and aspirations for the race ahead, saying, “I have never been part of such a strong team that was capable of executing a plan so thoroughly.”
Jorgenson’s dedication and focus have impressed sports director Marc Reef, who praised the young rider’s work ethic, stating, “Matteo fits in well with the culture of our team. He is a pleasure to work with. The opening weekend proved that.”
Looking ahead to Paris-Nice, Jorgenson shared his goals, revealing, “At Paris-Nice, I want to take the next step as a GC rider. I am secretly aiming for a top-five finish, but that does not mean I will be dissatisfied with a top-ten result. A stage win is also high on the wish list.”
With a diverse route ahead, Team Visma | Lease a Bike plans to support Jorgenson’s aspirations, particularly in the team time trial and key stages that could play to his strengths, as Reef mentioned, “We want to fight for victory in this edition of Paris-Nice.”
The final stages are expected to be challenging, and Jorgenson is focused on performing well, especially with the race finishing near his home. The support from his team, including top sprinter Olav Kooij, adds to the anticipation for a successful outcome at Paris-Nice.
