He European cyclocross runner-up, Felipe Ortsassured this Tuesday that after his latest positive results, including first podium for a Spaniard at the World Cupno more “complications” to fight for success with the great favorites of the specialty.
The cyclist from Villajoyosa said he felt “comfortable” with the structure of the Belgian Ridley Racing teamalthough he admits the change has been “huge”.
“Unfortunately, My partner was injured and the responsibility fell on me, But I am meeting expectations and we are all happy,” commented the rider, who admitted that since the entire team structure is in Belgium, he misses Spain.
“In any case, it’s a peace of mind to run for a team there because everything is more accessible,” which He admits it feels like a strange element in a sporting specialty dominated by Belgian and Dutch cyclists.
“There have been lower level runners who have been here before,” said Orts, who said he felt very “appreciated and loved” by the local fans.
“They appreciate my hard work and being one of the most loved ones there is an added source of pride and motivation.“said the cyclist.
Orts admitted that one of his great motivations for the end of the season was the Benidorm testonly five kilometers from his house.
“Running in Benidorm is very special, because what is experienced here can be experienced in few events. The support of the fans can give me the push to fight for the podium”, he added.
The runner justified that his jump in quality in recent months was in response to a “development” that had continued for years.
“Every year I improve, fight for podiums, and now I am close and through hard work I will reach the top positions“said the vilero, making sure he wasn’t running “to see what happens because I can’t get it that way.”
Regarding the test route in Benidorm, Orts commented that “the harder it is, the better because I’m in fantastic shape.”
“In Benidorm I have everything in my favor. I no longer have a record of results, because I have already achieved it, so I will go for the victory,” he stated.
Source: La Verdad
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