“There were a few crashes near the end and I had to brake a little and move up again. I was really tired and I knew it was a very strong headwind so it wasn’t the sort of day to try and escape too early. I have been lucky because I happened to be on the right side of the road and a gap opened up for me. _ “Okay, it’s not bad: yesterday fourth and today second. I could be very happy about. _ “It was a hard stage with the little climb and the wind. We couldn’t control it from the front so it was difficult for Mark Cavendish to get up into position but Gerald was third and I think we have a good team. When it’s a little ‘Cav’ well get his chance and the whole team will be in front for him. _ “Two days in a row there have been nice finishes for me. Okay, today I was a little lucky to take the second spot. Yesterday I was caught with 150 meters to go and today I’ve got the green jersey so already it’s been a good Tour for me.”
Interview
July 6
th
2008
- 17:47
Kim Kirchen – “Already it's been a good Tour for me...”
