Matteo Sobrero was close to surprise win at Milano-Sanremo: "I was hoping they would look at each other, you never know"

In the penultimate kilometer of Milano-Sanremo, Matteo Sobrero tried to surprise the elite group and become one of the most unexpected Monument winners in years. Although his attack did not bring him the victory, the Italian rider from BORA - hansgrohe can be very satisfied with the way his race went.

"It's always a special race, especially for me," he looks back on the race at his team's website.

"To be there in the final was already very good. I tried to surprise the others. I was hoping they would look at each other, you never know. That is what makes Milano-Sanremo so special. Anything can happen. I am happy, I feel good and I will keep trying," said Sobrero.

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