Egan Bernal He is a cyclist who is characterized by going outside the protocol in each of his responses. And so he showed it again, this time for to criticize to International Cycling Union (UCI) for the last decisions taken, including that of prohibiting riders from descents if they are seated on top of the bicycle frame
In his purest style, the Zipaquirá-born took a stand on this measure. “It’s bullshit, there are more important things to look at”, Assured the 2019 Tour de France champion, who was relentless with the UCI’s determination. “We are competing many times in situations that are not correct,” he added.
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“Yesterday, for example, there was oil on the descent. The stewards were leading and could see it, even smell it. There are other things more dangerous and they should think again because not many riders are happy with this decision and it would be good if they listened to the cyclists, “said Egan, who runs the Estrella de Besseges race.
Briton Chris Froome also spoke about the decision, who is remembered for sitting on the bike frame on a descent during the 2015 Tour de France. “The next thing is that they prohibit standing up and sticking out your elbows“, the four-time champion of the gala round commented on his social networks.
Next they’ll be banning stem watching and elbows sticking out… 🤡🙈😂 pic.twitter.com/6iOyNXbwbL
— Chris Froome (@chrisfroome) February 5, 2021
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Pole Michal Kwiatkowski also pointed to the controversy. “Please UCI think about the real risks, like gasoline on the road. Don’t blame us for causing accidents, there is a lot to do on the safety and organizational side of cycling. It is a distraction to pursue the length of the socks or the prohibition of the supertruck, “said the 30-year-old cyclist who is part of the Ineos