Demi Vollering (SD Worx-Protime): “Proud that I could finally show how strong I am”

"The team did a good job all day long. In such a tough mountain stage, the racing is a bit nervous. I didn't find this last climb super tough. There was headwind again, but it wasn't super steep. There was a part where we had tailwind and you could pace yourself. There I thought: I have to attack to make sure I have an advantage on that stretch. After all, then the rest will...

Demi Vollering (SD Worx-Protime): “Tomorrow’s stage suits me well”

We expected more sidewinds and backwinds, but there were also a lot of headwinds. It was important not to fall asleep, as the wind could change anytime to tear things apart. When the echelons happened, I found myself surrounded by many teammates. From then on, I had to stay focused because staying at the front became more and more difficult. Once we were safe GC-wise, which...

Demi Vollering (SD Worx-Protime): “The headwind made such a difference”

I felt really good today. The final climb was a bit more difficult than yesterday because of the headwind. It made such a difference whether you were at the front or behind someone, and of course it’s way easier to climb on the wheel of someone else. I couldn’t get rid of Évita, so it’s a deserved win for her.

We can’t assume that we are...

Demi Vollering (SD Worx-Protime): “I want to keep the Red jersery until the very end”

I felt really strong this season, but I hadn’t been able to win as of yet. I stood in some podiums, but victory was taking too long. I am very happy I could take it here. Last year I had this beautiful Dutch national champion jersey already, but I couldn’t win with it as most days I was wearing the UCI Women’s WorldTour leader jersey. Getting at least one victory...