"I'm really motivated today" - Julian Alaphilippe ready to take on the Pyrenees

As the 2023 Tour de France enters the Pyrenees for the first time on only stage 5 of the race, French favourite, Julian Alaphilippe is targeting an impressive performance.

"I'm really motivated today, I hope I have good legs," said the 31-year-old Soudal - Quick-Step star in his post-stage interview prior to the start of the fifth stage. "The start of the stage is OK for a big fight. Let's see if UAE Team Emirates is willing to lose the Maillot Jaune."

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