Culoz (France) (AFP)

At 21, for his first Tour de France, the Slovenian Tadej Pogacar is living a daydream: ambushing the general behind his elder Primoz Roglic, he won his second stage at the top of the Grand Colombier on Sunday.

QUESTION: How would you rate your day?

ANSWER: "It was a very hard day, the Jumbo controlled the race well, it made a hell of a pace. We had to try to follow. I concentrated on the sprint. Porte attacked, it was perfect for me, I was able to pass. "

Q: Do you have in mind to win the Tour?

A: "If there is a chance to have the yellow jersey, I will try. It would be the perfect scenario. We have a strong team to defend it, I believe in her, she showed it today. hope the best will come in week three of the race. "

Q: Are you surprised by your success?

A: "I'm a little surprised, I never imagined winning twice, for my first experience in the Tour, but of course I'm happy."

Q: Were you surprised by the Ineos team?

A: “Everyone expected more from them but the Jumbo set a really high pace right off the bat on all three climbs which were tough climbs. They didn't give anyone a chance. 'other to express themselves. "

Q: Do you know the route of the La Planche des Belles Filles time trial?

A: "I recognized the course. I saw that it leaves the possibility of changing bikes before the climb. I like it but it will be different after three weeks of racing, when the fatigue will be felt."

Q: What is your relationship with Roglic?

A: "We are good friends. We train together when we can. Faife going out with him means a bit hard training! Primoz (Roglic) is a very nice guy, we can talk to him about anything. . But, during the race, we do not have the possibility to do it, we are always full. "

Q: To what is the Slovenian domination due?

Is this a coincidence or is there some other explanation?

A: "I think it's a bit of luck. But it's also the result of very hard work. I'm very grateful to my former club in Slovenia, which allowed me to reach this level. I'm still in contact with them. They have a very good training policy. They lack a bit of money but I hope that will improve now. "

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