21 July 2016
IAM Cycling
THE QUOTE
From Jérôme Coppel. “I enjoyed myself in front of my fans.”
THE EXPLANATION
As given again by Jérôme Coppel: I didnt have the same sensations that I had during the previous time trial. We are into the third week now, and I think this influenced everyone. Nevertheless, I am happy with my performance, but I am especially looking forward to seeing Paris and the Champs Elysees.
THE EXCLIMATION
Offered by Stef Clement. This was a particularly special time trial because my father followed me in the car behind, so I pushed to my maximum when pedaling.
THE FACT OF THE DAY
The undisputed domination of Chris Froome, who relegated his main opponents to loosing almost four minutes by having such a strong time trial on the atypical course.
THE NUMBER
31.910. In km/h, that is the average speed Jérôme Coppel posted in the 17 kilometer time trial that was reserved more for the punchy climbers.
THE UNFORTUNATE
Oliver Naesen. Victim of a spectacular crash with 300 meters to go to the line, the 25 year old Belgian rider came out of it well. The team doctors diagnosed a contusion on the left arm and small superficial wounds to the knee and left elbow.
THE MENU FOR THE DAY
The 19th stage that will cover 146 kilometers including four categorized cols, will culminate in a finish at Bettex above Saint-Gervais, after a 9.8 kilometer climb that will average a gradient of 8%.
Race Pictures – BettiniPhoto
