Tadej Pogačar led the Tour de France after Stage 14, where Remco Evenepoel withdrew from the race. Pogačar praised Evenepoel's talent and noted he was a strong contender for the white jersey and podium. Despite finishing second on Stage 14, Pogačar's focus remained on defending his yellow jersey lead. He acknowledged that Thymen Arensman performed excellent in the stage, while also reflecting on some intense moments during the descent of the Tourmalet, reinforcing his strategy to avoid mistakes during the race.
"It's really sad to see Remco leave the Tour, he was looking on target to win the white jersey, and finish on the podium."
"I don't know why he abandoned, but it really sucks to lose such a class rider in the Tour de France. I really hope he recovers fast, and he can come back stronger, though."
"Arensman did a super race and he did one hell of a ride. He was the strongest of a super-strong break."
"My main objective had not been to go for a stage win, but that my global objective had been to defend the yellow and not be too aggressive."
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