"Now I understand Tadej [Pogacar] – the jersey really gives you wings [laughs]!
Today, you’ve seen the team. I think we’ve been spot on in every respect, from yesterday afternoon right up to now. I think the team has done a brilliant job. We’ve been really calm the whole time. I think we’ve managed the situation very, very well. I felt really good at the end. And a sincere thank you also to the team directors for keeping me informed at all times about how the others were looking.
Honestly, I’m very cautious because I’ve had my fair share of setbacks during my career, and we have to take it one day at a time. I think it’s one of the best feelings I’ve ever had. I’ve been as excited as a child right from the start. And to be able to win whilst wearing the leader’s jersey – I can assure you it’s a very, very special feeling."
