In third place in the test run on Friday in the streets of Paris, Dorian Koninks almost guaranteed his participation in next year’s Olympics (he’ll still have to sign up for the top 6 on the world circuit in 2024). This will allow him “to breathe a little. Even if it is not a firm and final qualifier, I am happy to validate this criterion, as Isroa tastes. The goal was to get some calm by grabbing the podium. Now there is a year to prepare. »
At the end of the controlled race – “I tried not to start too fast because I always have a hard time finishing a race” – he did everything he could to grab that spot on the box. “I tried to stick to my plan, which was to be in the best possible position on the turn. I managed to do that and then, going super fast, he came back.
“I will work hard with my group and my coaches”
After being beaten in the sprint by Portugal’s Vasco Fallasa, Koninks finished 14 seconds behind the day’s winner, British Olympic vice-champion Alex Yee. “There is nothing to say, he was very strong. He did his swimming very well, and he was right with us. On the bike, he wasn’t stingy (effort), he was one of those who rode the most. We’ll keep training to try to catch up,” Isérois develops, who knows what he must do.
“I will work hard with my group and my coaches. But I know nothing is certain. Guys who have made it to the podium in a test event but not in the Olympics, there are a lot of them. With that state of mind, Dorian Koninks hopes to put every opportunity on his side to shine again.” Around the Seine, in a year’s time.
Leo Bergere: “It was an absolutely amazing event”
Fifth this Friday, Noor Izero Leo Bergere was still satisfied with his performance. “It was a great experience. There is a bit of a disappointment not to go into the box, but that’s how it was, very tight. I gave the maximum, there’s no regrets about it. On a collective level, with these five top three, we can draw a very positive conclusion.” Thanks to the volunteers and the organizers. It was a very nice event, with a great atmosphere and the audience that cheered us on. »
