The French Julian Alaphilippe (Quick Step), double World Champion, returns to bike training after last month’s accident in Liege-Bastogne-Liege, so he didn’t rule out the start of the Tour de France on July 1 in Copenhagen.
“The good news is that my lungs have fully recovered which of course I am super happy with.. The broken bones still hurt, which is completely normal because these injuries take longer to recover, but they told me it was okay to start training.
Alaphilippe (Saint Amand Montrond, 29 years old), he started training on a roller and then joined the team in his concentration in the Sierra Nevada, where he will try to “find the normal rhythm”.
“Of course, I still can’t do the same job as my teammates, because I need more time to train and get back in shape. I still have to take care of my wounds. However, I was very happy to be with the boys, because we had a good atmosphere. and perfect conditions for training ”, he pointed out.
The rainbow double jersey tries to be optimistic, but he acknowledges that he needs time to find the physical form again.
“If all this continues, the Tour de France option remains open, which I still have in mind, but it is very important that we do not rush. and let’s continue to be patient, let’s continue to talk to the medical team. and listening to their advice before making a decision, “he clarified.
Source: La Verdad
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