UAE Team Emirates-XRG expressed excitement over Tadej Pogačar's victory on the Hautacam stage of the Tour de France while recognizing the complexities ahead. With ten days left of racing, concerns loomed over Pogačar's recent crash and the withdrawal of teammate João Almeida. Despite setbacks, Nils Politt noted a significant morale boost after the injury news. Politt praised Pogačar's confidence, the team's riding, and the importance of strategy, especially in managing potential threats from competitors.
UAE Team Emirates-XRG celebrated Tadej Pogačar’s knockout win on the Hautacam stage but acknowledged the challenges ahead in the remaining 10 days of racing. Despite previous setbacks, including Pogačar's crash and Almeida’s withdrawal, the team's morale improved with news of Pogačar's good health. Nils Politt praised the team's performance and expressed confidence moving forward. He highlighted a strong team dynamic and how crucial it was to maintain momentum against competitor Visma-Lease a Bike.
Nils Politt described the team’s morale boost after Pogačar's crash, stating, 'Actually we were already in a good mood... he was super-confident... we can be really proud about how we rode as a team and chapeau to Tadej as well.' He emphasized the importance of teamwork in securing victory.
Politt elaborated on Pogačar's mindset leading into the stage, noting 'He was always looking forward to this stage, and like he said already on the bus that he wanted to win today.' This highlights Pogačar's determination and focus.
The strategic maneuvers in the race involved close teamwork, particularly with Tim Wellens’ role in the early breakaway. This provided the necessary support for Pogačar’s performance and showcased the tactical efforts of the team amidst aggressive competition.
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