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"Vingegaard acted as a frightened weasel" - Michel Wuyts' astonishing criticism of Tour de France winner
CyclingSunday, 23 July 2023 at 15:25
Jonas Vingegaard has secured himself a second straight Tour de France victory, claiming a dominant position at the top of the general classification over seven minutes clear of Tadej Pogacar. For Michel Wuyts however, this wasn't enough.
"He could have shown himself to be an even greater champion," says the Belgian analyst to HLN, referencing the stage 20 finale as the root of his frustrations. "I was left hungry when Vingegaard refused to take over from Pogacar. It was a bit drizzly. Vingegaard acted as a frightened weasel. Partly because he likes to be surrounded and missed Kuss. But also because he feared a defeat against Pogacar. With a seven-minute lead, there was room to take up the gauntlet."
Wuyts, who famously said he viewed Remco Evenepoel as the true winner of the Giro d'Italia earlier this year, despite the fact it was Primoz Roglic who wore the Maglia Rosa in Rome, was not impressed by Vingegaard's performance on stage 20. "Vingegaard could have lost a few seconds at the most. Then show yourself as a champion and complete the fantastic piece of work that this Tour is."
Wuyts also references the questions raised by Vingegaard's dominance as a few have begun to raise questions of doping. "Given the history of this sport, it is right that questions are asked. Especially if someone drives 4.5 seconds per kilometre faster than the closest opponent in a time trial," says the Belgian. "But add up all the details that make up those striking differences and you'll almost get there. The only question mark remains the medical support. Teams have also taken steps in recovery resources. It would be nice if they showed how they get their riders to the start as fresh as possible every day."
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