“Cyclist Clément Petit Sets Ambitious Goals After Impressive Performances in Stage Races”

In one month, Clément Petit has chained two 4th places in stage races, at the Circuit du Mené then at the Tour du Loiret. “It proves that when there is a time, I can play the general. I would have even liked to do better, but I feel that I have passed a big milestone. Last year, I finished 12th in Loiret. I had to gain ten places on the clock. I gained strength and confidence. I just maybe lack a bit of confidence to win“entrusts to the microphone of DirectVelo the member of VC Rouen 76.

On the Essor Breton which starts this Thursday, the 22-year-old athlete has ambitions even if there is no time trial this time. “I come to play the general and even a stage. Sunday is hard but I have to look more closely. The general is attractive, it allows you to stay focused every day“. With the hope of raising the arms. “I’m Espoir 4, I’ve only won one race in four years (the Grand Prix de la Sainte-Anne in Bricquebec in 2021, editor’s note). A win would be good for the confidence and the team. I’m starting to walk well, I feel like I’m capable of it. I would like it to happen quickly and start on a new dynamic“.

In June, Clément Petit will take part in two Class 2 races, the Tour d’Eure-et-Loir and the Tour du Pays de Montbéliard, before heading to the French Championship. “These are two great events, it will be important to look for results. The Tour de l’Eure-et-Loir is important to me because I was born in Dreux. Last year, I could have been well placed if I hadn’t punctured in the final on the last day. It can smile on me because it happens in small groups and I have a burst of speed“. In the meantime, he is preparing for the European Track Championship in Anadia (Portugal) in July. “I will have an internship at the beginning of June. It is necessary to recover sequences. The road gives me strength for the track and vice versa. We manage well with my trainer. For now, it’s ok. I hope that will be the case until July“.