I think it's better we downplay our chances. I think we should cherish this role as the underdog, because it's the perfect way to ride this race.

It's a strange climb ... long but not very steep, so you can keep 30, 40, 50 guys, and they can take shots at you from the back.

It was a great day, especially with the weather. First the heat, then the thunder, then the sun again. For the overall standings it is great.

But if you ride your bike a mile away, she is not gonna find you.

It's a great feeling when someone like Bernard Hinault comes up to you on the podium to say 'Welcome to the club

I started fast and hard, it was difficult with a hard climb and long downhill with headwind. It was a 100 percent effort all the way but that's OK,