Alaphilippe surrenders to Valverde after finishing 2nd in Flecha Wallona: “Chapeau”

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Julian Alaphilippe he didn’t retain success last year and was left on the edge of the podium after his team’s good work, Quick stepsafter not keeping up with the rush of climbing Wall of Huy final scored by the team Movistar and where the brilliant winner benefited, Dylan Teuns.

“The team did a great job and I want to thank them for that. Ultimately, the legs were the ones who spoke -as already pointed out in the preview. Walloon Arrow-. I was under a lot of pressure, especially at the team’s start to the season which was pretty bad, but ultimately I couldn’t dispute the victory. Dylan Teuns he is the strongest. Alas, I would have liked to dedicate the success to my team and I think the placement is pretty good. I’m relieved, relieved that the race is over ”, said the double world champion after crossing the finish line.

And, eventually, they asked him his opinion about the good performance Alexander Valverdewho at the gates of 42 years was second, arguing victory to the end, to which Alaphilippe replied with a resounding: “Chapeau for him”.

Source: La Verdad

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