After a difficult day, where he conceded more than 30 seconds to his main competitors, Ben O’Connor experienced a 12th stage of the Tour of Spain calmer this Thursday. With a final climb not very conducive to attacks, the Red Jersey and his team Decathlon AG2R The World were not put in difficulty, while the escapees played for the win, with the victory of Pablo Castrillo (Equipo Kern Pharma). Good news before starting three days which promise to be decisive for the general classification of this Vuelta.
Video – Ben O’Connor satisfied with this controlled 12th stage
“Tomorrow (Friday)… it will be one of the most important days”
“The start was difficult, it was really tough when the breakaway formed. Then we controlled the race and set the pace on the final climb. It was a fast climb, which wasn’t ideal for attacks, but I felt pretty good.”explain O’Connor on arrival. “I never lost confidence. Yesterday (Wednesday) I was struggling, but that doesn’t mean I don’t trust myself. Tomorrow (Friday) the finale will be extremely difficult. It will be one of the most important days since the start of the race.”
