“I've got nothing left to lose” - Iserbyt looks to take the challenge to Van der Poel in Tábor

Having sealed the UCI World Cup overall series victory in Hoogerheide last weekend, Eli Iserbyt’s attention is now fully fixed on the World Championships in Tábor this weekend, where he will be up against the likes of reigning champion Mathieu van der Poel. The Belgian National Champion has been one of the most consistent performers in the UCI World Cup this season, winning two rounds in Troyes and Flamanville.

On his hopes for the World Championships, Iserbyt said in an interview after the race in Hoogerheide that “obviously a medal would be great. You always secretly hope for the best, the highest achievement, but being realistic, that’s tough with Mathieu in the mix. This season, I’ve got nothing left to lose or win. Anything extra is just a bonus”.

The Pauwels Sauzen - Bingoal rider has previously performed well in Tábor, having won a round of the World Cup there last season, but the victory will be difficult to achieve with Van der Poel present. However, Iserbyt is choosing not to focus on the Dutchman, stating “we can’t just fixate on Van der Poel. Getting too caught up in the title chase and just following Mathieu is risky”.