Former speed skate turned cyclist Lennart Jasch (Tudor) delivered the ride of this career, holding off the chasers to take a brilliant solo victory on Stage 4 of the Tour of the Alps. It was a challenging stage, featuring 4,000 metres of climbing packed in the 168km from Arco to Trento, including two first-category climbs. After committing to a long-range move, the German rider crossed the line alone, with Matteo Sobrero (Lidl) finishing second and Federico Iacomoni (Team UKYO) completing the podium.
The victory becomes even more striking given Jasch’s background, having only transitioned to cycling after a career in speed skating and still competing at development level.
“Actually I can’t believe it, to be honest. The emotions are quite a lot right now. I came here to help Michael Storer win the GC again. Now I’m sitting here and you’re asking me these questions. I can’t believe it. It was just an incredible day.
When I was in the break, I just felt that this is maybe the best day of my life today. I had insane legs and I just kept believing from the beginning on. I did everything to make it to the line and it was just a crazy day.”
-Lennart Jasch celebrates his first pro victory.
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