The Portuguese cyclist expressed his satisfaction with the 18th place at the European Time Trial Championship through his social media. The cyclist from Vila Nova de Gaia finished the race 1 minute and 50 seconds behind the winner, Joshua Tarling.
Ivo Oliveira revealed that he was ill during the past week. “Not a bad day considering the week I’ve been sick and on antibiotics.” However, the UAE Team Emirates cyclist also holds hope for a good performance next Sunday in the road race of the European Championship. “Now it’s about recovering for the road race on Sunday,” concluded the Portuguese rider.