Jai Hindley delivered a strong and steady performance to secure fifth place in the overall standings at Tirreno-Adriatico. The toughest challenge in the Italian WorldTour stage race, however, was not just the demanding climbs but also the adverse weather.
Rain fell on most of the seven stages, and at times, the peloton also had to battle freezing cold. “Considering these circumstances, I'm really pleased with my form and my result. The mountain stages weren’t exactly in my wheelhouse, so it’s all the more rewarding to finish the race with a strong showing,” Jai said after the race.
The sixth stage from Cartoceto to Frontignano was particularly grueling, combining tough climbs with extreme weather. “The cold and rain—that was by far the hardest day. But even the flatter stages took a toll, and the fatigue just kept piling up with each passing day,” Jai admitted after finishing the final stage in San Benedetto del Tronto.
Now, Jai is looking to keep his momentum going. “The key goal is to build on this and carry the season forward as best as possible. I feel physically strong and want to use that to keep improving. Together with the team, we'll map out our next goals, but for now, it's all about maintaining this rhythm.”
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