“I knew the course for the stage very well because I live in Toulouse and I came to do a detailed reconnaissance of the stages that are located in the region. I identified the climb that would suit me (Col de Portel) and I also said this morning that David Moncoutie that the rider who makes it in the escape group had to attack. That’s just what I did but I had hoped that two or three other riders would follow me. _ “I know very well the strength of Pozzato, Elmiger, Arvesen and Ballan and it was not possible for me to win in the finale against this selection. I was beaten well before the finish. _ “I thought that others would have the same perspective of the situation but I found myself on my own. Then I tried, hoping they would look at each other and leave me alone. _ “Anyway, I have no regrets. I prefer to finish 11th and to have tried. We must try to win, this is the beauty of this sport and that is what I like in all sports, even if its football or rugby for example.”
Interview
July 16
th
2008
- 18:00
Amael Moinard – “I prefer to finish 11th and to have tried...”
