Tom Pidcock is one of the most versatile cyclists in the world today. A more than capable climber, an athlete who descends like no one, and a winner in multiple disciplines, it’s also clear that the INEOS Grenadiers has big plans for the Briton.
The INEOS Grenadiers have confidence in Pidcock’s potential to become a champion in Grand Tours. Given the team’s recent struggles in finding a consistent leader for the general classifications, there is increasing pressure within the team for Pidcock to fully focus on Grand Tours.
“Maybe I have to specialize in one discipline if I want to win the Tour, but I know the team will get the best out of me when I’m happy. That’s why I love other disciplines,” Pidcock said on the Red Bull Just Ride podcast. “Of course, I want to win the Tour de France one day, but patience and preparation are huge.”
Team pressure
“There is the element (of team pressure), and I knew that when I committed long-term to the team. I want it too, but in my way. I want to achieve all the things I believe I can achieve,” he continues.
“At the moment, I’m not ready to win the Tour de France next year. There have to be more stages where I can get things in different disciplines,” concludes the British rider.