Romain Bardet: "You have to seize these moments"

June 14 ^th 2025 - 17:13

"I don't know if it was panache, I think it was more of a desperate move. But when you can enjoy yourself, you have to seize these moments. Being at the front of the race was also a way of thanking everyone for the affection I've received, both this week and over many years.

To pass alone in the lead at Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne meant a lot to me, that’s where I won my first stage at the Tour de France, in 2015.

With my current level, I couldn't have done much more in this Dauphiné, but I like the way I gave it my all. I've never raced to be on the podium, it's more of a personal quest. In any case, I feel good about what I achieved today, and I'll feel good on Monday morning too."