Corentin Lequet has come a long way. In recent days, the member of AS Bike Racing returned to competition during the cyclo-crosses in Mettmenstetten and Dijon after having been stationary since this summer. “I had Crohn's disease. I lost a lot of weight, I was extremely tired, my stomach hurt a lot. I was in a bad state, it was quite serious. I have a treatment that gives me good relief, you have to be patient. The most important thing is that I am well surrounded“he confides at the microphone of DirectVelo.
This Friday, the 20-year-old rider finished at the gates of the Top 5 of the Dijon cyclo-cross (see ranking). “It’s still a good recovery. I end up with guys who did well in the Coupe de France. It's only positive, especially since I'm not supposed to be in great shape. I started training again five weeks ago. I'll be cool. I am already very happy and grateful to be back racing, I could have not done the season“. Next week, he will return to the Coupe de France circuit at Pierric where he won twice in the Juniors. “I like the course, it's quite technical and with rolling parts where you need power. I hope the results will be correct.”
Corentin Lequet has his sights set on the first round of the U21 World Cup in Dublin on December 1st. “I want to be in good shape there, as well as for the next five events. Usually, I get in shape a little too early by winning the first Coupe de France, then wanting to win the general classification. I try to see the positive side to be stronger at the end of winter“. With to conclude the World Championship in Liévin. “A World Cup in France is motivating. I was a little disappointed not to be in Europe, but maybe it’s ultimately a blessing in disguise.”
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