Val di Sole DH World Cup 2025 – Le Trackwalk by Fast AF* 🇮🇹 | SUBTITLES 🇬🇧

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Look. That one isn’t too bad yet. I’m fine. Welcome to Val di Sole. Welcome back to the Black
Snake. Let’s see what happened. We’ve all seen this GoPro
with quite a few changes. So let’s see, it seems to be going fast,
but it’s going to remain technical. Let’s start with the top. Direct, Val di Sole, track walk, let’s go. And that’s great. They redid it like usual, I want to tell
you, but they redid it like concrete. I feel like they redid it fairly recently. It looks really well compacted. They must have used machines, it’s
really concrete, but it’s sand, So it’s still going to leave holes. Especially since they’re
forecasting dry and hot weather. It really makes you
want to ride. It’s like Back in Val di Sole. How do you feel about
being back in Val di Sole? Yeah, I really like Val di Sole. It was pretty, I think, sixth last year. So yeah, looking forward to this race. From what I’ve seen, they’ve slowed her
down a bit this year, so it’s a bit more technical. which I think everyone on the circuit
is hoping for, to maybe separate times. But knowing the way
everyone’s riding, maybe not. But yeah, so far, the
tracks are looking so sick. The tracks look dry, the
weather looks dry as well. Would you rather have a dry Val
di Sole or a wet Val di Sole? Dry. Hard? Yeah, dry. The way things are looking,
there’s going to be so many lines. And in the dry, you’ll be able
to do some pretty wild stuff. So yeah, I’m looking
for a different track. All right, it’s looking sick. So I haven’t seen half of it. So, yeah, looking
forward to it. Good luck. Thanks. That’s nice. We started talking about the changes that
had taken place, at least the ones we had seen. which are a little lower down. And in fact, ultimately, there are already
major changes right from the start. We left this part because we saw that
up there, we’re going back into this part of the stones. And there,
finally, we have the same passage. This is the first time we’ve seen this
this year, at least, a track that winds its way through the snow. really through hardship. The drivers seem pretty happy. I see them smiling, coming back up,
much more delighted to see that. And it’s true that it’s beautiful
because it makes it really technical. It’s definitely going to be slower,
that’s for sure, but it’s the first time. It’s rare to see such sharp turns. As a result, this inevitably creates
spills because we cross more. In any case, the beginning
is really interesting to see. We’ll ask them what they think about it. But I think it’s beautiful. We return to the spirit of the descent. I don’t know if you can hold on until I’ll bother you for 30 seconds, Lolo. It’s the first time this year
that we’ve seen it running. It’ll be a nice change for you. There won’t be any: “It’s going
too straight, it’s going too fast.” I’m two tenths ahead at the back. Will there be a few
seconds’ delay or something? No, I don’t complain when it’s on
the right, that’s how I prefer it. That reminds me a little too
much of enduro, in my opinion. because it’s really square. Those aren’t nice turns. You’ll manage to round them off. You’re too good for that. I hope so, but I haven’t made a
turn since the start of the season. I don’t know. It’s true, it’s pretty. In my opinion, they
hadn’t planned to do that. It looks like they had prepared other
lines because it’s really clean. compared to right there
where it hasn’t been cleaned. It was Warner Bros. that had to change. No, it’s beautiful. It’s clear that it’s a change of scenery
compared to Léogang, where it was really very compact concrete and bike park. There aren’t any sharp turns,
except at the start, of course. No, it’s going to be tough. On the other hand, you can see that the
ground is already very slippery and that it’s going to make a mess. That’s good, it will ultimately
lead to a different line of inquiry. and it’s the descender that Yeah, okay. The goal is for Loudenvielle to
look more and more like Léogang. when it’s Loudenvielle. It should remain Loudenvielle. In Val di Sole, it’s good
if it stays Val di Sole and that each track has its
own specific characteristics. For example, you’re going
to Champéry, that’s Raid, You’re going to Monsantan,
it’s packed. To Pays? In Pays, it’s It’s hell. Death is calling you. It’s complete, basically. Yeah, that’s it. And the great thing is
that it’s a World Cup. So if you’re good, you’re good everywhere. So if I’m good, I’ll be good. Otherwise, it means I’m not good at it. We’ll see this weekend. Good luck and best wishes to you. It’s
true that it’s the zoubik that follows. It’s a double interview.
There’s a double interview. I was confused. Gloria told me something incredible. She speaks French really
well. Is that true? I’ll try. Not very well, but I understand and speak. Gloria, we’re in Italy. So is this home or is it not home here? It’s home because it’s Italy, but
it’s five hours away from my house. So it’s not Like at my house, actually? Yes. Do you like Val di Sole? Is this a track you like? And there, they made quite a few
changes that are having a big impact. Is that something you like? You’ve done a bit of enduro, so that
might help you, or maybe not at all? – Yes, for me, it’s better
when there are lots of turns, that it’s a bit tight. So for me, technically, it’s better. It’s not even that straight
with 500 kilometers. So yes, for now, I really like the track. – And what’s the part that’s
a little scary in Val di Sole? where you say to yourself: This is
going to be tough, it’s complicated. Is there a part like that? Is it here or downstairs? I think that at the bottom, when you
arrive, when it’s a bit hard, with your arms, with your head, it’ll make
a difference down there. Here, we try to pick up speed and reach
the bottom with plenty of energy left. We’ll see you downstairs tomorrow
at practice to see what it says. Thank you. We arrive in the cool part, which
is really cool and beautiful. We’re moving away from these large slabs. It’s true that it was a part
that was a little worn out there. Let’s see how it goes. In principle, it’s the same thing. The land remains pretty much the same. We have these big blocks
lying around a bit. So what’s interesting is that, first of
all, it’s going to open up lines of communication. because it’s true that when
you’re playing new games, There are always a few tests,
there is no support that is events of previous years. So, there aren’t any landmarks where
you can say, “Hey, I can go back there.” It’s the same here, there’s really
nothing. We’re starting from scratch. So this is going to be interesting. Plus, we’re kind of in the woods. I think it’s going to pull
out a lot of roots anyway. Once again, this track-off
is interesting in any case. to see the lines, but more and
more, it changes so much during the training sessions that
ultimately, the race isn’t won there. It is earned over the entire week. And that’s something you really have
to keep in mind and not get hung up on. a point right on the track-off. Is that your voice or not? Huh? Is that your voice or not?
It’s your voice, isn’t it? That’s your voice, isn’t it?
You’re rolling around on the floor. – A little bit. What happened to you? No, no, I tried the mattresses. I tried the mattresses. Camille, you told me it
was beautiful, right? – That’s incredible. If only all World Cups could
follow their example and give us Fresh sections like this all the way
through and change the lines everywhere. Above all, there is so much choice. It’s going to be complicated for us
because there will be a lot of things to do. to look at, but it’s incredible. That makes me really
happy. – It’s beautiful. Let’s be honest, it’s not
going to stay like this. – That’s for sure. That’s what I’m saying, it’s
going to change things a lot. There are already plenty there,
but it’s sure to be a blast. So, things are going to change even more,
but that’s what’s so exciting about it. because there really is
a completely new angle. It won’t be the same. You can’t just watch last year’s
videos and say, “That’s it!” It was the quickest way, and
it’s over. That’s what I meant. On the other hand, you will still spend a
lot more energy as soon as you start exercising. the beginning and that
down there, it’s still okay We’re used to it. If in Valdisol, your arms
don’t hang down with your legs, It’s not Valdisol. To tell you the truth, it’s the first time
this has ever happened to me. I never imagine do a track-off tomorrow I’m already planning to do a
track-off tomorrow after training. because there will definitely be too
much to see and we won’t have time. Time to see everything on your
bike. We’ll be watching you. We might come and do the track-off
for you, we’ll see with Yo. That’s cool, what we just
saw could be stylish. A little walk will do you good. Let’s try that. Thanks, Cam. Hello. How are you? I’m fine. Okay. Tanit doesn’t teach you any French? No, she really speaks French. Phoebe is good at French, though. So, I have so many questions for
you because I haven’t seen you much. First, what do you think
about this section? It looks sick, I mean. Yeah, this is cool. This reminds me of the first few
years I was coming to Valdes Hall. I’m excited. It’s new for everyone, so there’s
no advantage for people that have been riding for years and years. I’m really excited. It looks sick. 2025 seems to be one of
the best years so far. When we see you riding, it seems
like you enjoy riding your bike, and it works in the end. Yeah. I think the biggest thing for me seems
to be that you like riding bikes. and it works in the end. I think the greatest of the
best moments was riding my bike. All year long, I went despite a setback. I didn’t want to put myself
up for the challenge. It wasn’t too complicated.
It wasn’t too complicated. And now, I’m fine. I’m riding my bike. And
it’s just pure pleasure. My last question is:
where do you go for walks? Where are you going for a walk? Is there a park or a trail? How does it work? In Switzerland. Yes, there are Are there any Are there any Are there any Are there any Are there any Are there any ? Is there a park, trail,
or how does it work? Yeah, in Sweden. Yeah. You can say it’s winter,
it’s cold and stuff. That’s my question. As soon as the season is
over, I go to Australia. Okay. And I’m there for four or five months,
getting a tan, drinking coffee. And then, when race season comes
around, my partner and I fly back. to Europe, based in Europe. Not that hard, like Viking
training in this weather. During COVID, we did it,
and I think it scared me. So as soon as it gets below 10
degrees, I put on my ski jacket. I’ve opted for the MotoGP approach of
staying in Europe, apart from the fact that that we’re not in Andorra or Monaco. On your version. Thank you very much. Have a good day. We’re with Anna Newkirke
in French. Yes, in French. Exactly. I can speak a little, but
understanding is difficult for me. Why are you speaking French? I live in Basel, Switzerland. I have learned. I learned
French at school, a little. Having a lot of fun on the
bike, fun with the guys. So I’m super excited. When you’re so close to the top
spot, what’s your ambition now? Is it to win every race? Is it to be consistent on the podium? What’s the approach? Or is it just do your thing
and see the result at the end? Yeah, I think my goal remains the same. It’s just to ride as well as I can
in every race and do the best I can. But it’s crazy. I feel like, for the first time
in my career, I’m like, Fuck, I could potentially win a race. I haven’t really been in that spot before,
but being less than a second off of The wind in Leogang, I’m like, Wow. Potentially, I could,
which is a cool feeling. Yeah, we wish you to win
for the first time. Yes. And the last question is, why
did you go to Switzerland? Are you here for the World Cup? Because you’re originally
from the US, right? Yes. I’m from the US and I grew up My parents are from the US, but
I moved to Switzerland when I was Eight, with my family, just for my father. I used to live here. Okay, I like it. We’re going to have her in French. She just needs to work, and it’ll
be fine in French all the time. Yes. Thank you, Anna. Thank you. There you go, you just saw that
separation, really that old one. the part we took, which was
starting to be quite worn and used. Now we’re going to have this new part. It’s interesting what the pilots say
that you can remember a little bit. from interviews and also from
what we hear here and there. There are going to be a lot of lines. Because, as we said earlier,
there are no lines that have been done before, so it’s
going to be really interesting. There are lines that have been drawn,
saying: We’re going to take the inside, outside. But don’t believe it, there are
still more that are going to open. So it’s going to be very, very, very
interesting, and it’s going to be Maybe, in any case, I hope to
make some gains in this race. It’s beautiful, isn’t
it? It’s magnificent. So? It’s still a little
lacking in color, buddy. It’s okay, you’ll get some
at the bottom of the slope. No, but really, it’s good, look,
it’s stylish, it’s going to open. That’s going to be thick.
A little foam is nice. Yes, it’s going to be a bit long. I’ll give you that at the beginning, while
things are getting established, but after that We’re going to be real little wild
boars. We’re going to dig up the earth. You’re a little bit at home,
you’re a little bit in Auvergne. Afterwards, 47 days of heatwave. That’s kind of like it, yeah. 47 days of heatwave—that doesn’t
happen often in Auvergne. No, but it’s not bad. For me, it’s just one thing: when
you have no reference point at all. So, what I was saying earlier,
there really is no reference point. since we didn’t drive anywhere. There was a GoPro that
was made, and again. So when you get there, your first
two or three runs are to not lose. You don’t have 40 runs either,
so what’s the strategy? It’s immediately clear: I have
to go there quickly, or else Try to get back up, get the guys
and the bikes back up there? How does it work? What’s the idea? – I don’t think you should think about
going fast on the first few runs. It’s already during the track walk
that you start imagining the lines. which will open up a little. And then, during the first few runs, try
to stay within the lines you have planned. If that doesn’t work, go back
up, try the other one you As you thought, the second one.
You have to imagine and test. – So, that’s really the idea, this loss? In any case, to lose, to try to
spend as much time as possible possible in these new parts
to try to win and lose less. in the old parts? – Same thing here, don’t get too
hung up on it because you have Quickly thinking about too many
things. – Let’s have a picnic. – Yes, we still need
to move fairly quickly. Anyway, we rolled around,
moved around a bit. Don’t worry about it. – Don’t worry about it. He said, “We’ll come and see how they
manage not to get into arguments.” Thanks, Antoine. That’s incredible. – It’s not happening. My car drives at 80 km/h, with
the K10, it drives faster than me. Apart from the bike park, we hardly took
the original trail at all from the start. Go past it, then go back
to the right, then go left. Honestly, it’s beautiful. I saw Greg earlier saying that
he finds it interesting too. So yes, things will slow down a bit. Because there, it’s not mapped out,
because there, it’s hard to imagine. where it’s tough, where
it’s going to speed up. But let’s not kid ourselves, things
are going to speed up quickly. They’ll find solutions quickly,
and it’ll all work out in no time. On the other hand, the small
point that’s going to be It’s quite technical, because it’s not
compacted and it’s brand new, and it It’s going to be really hot,
there’s going to be dust pockets. where you navigate a little bit,
you wind your way through it. It makes us lose speed,
it makes us do a little also a little bit of our line. So, we’ll still be careful with
those parts that are a little soft. these soft-bellied
creatures, between the rocks, between stones, which may also
conceal other stones underneath. So there you have it, watch out for those
little surprises, but other than that, It’s beautiful and it’s good, it’s
technical, it’s very technical. We’ll go see our technical
specialist, our point person. technical, data consultant. Data representative. – Oh my God! One ski-grou, one ski-grou, one ski-ment. What’s that? I don’t have a bike. Can I do something to keep
myself busy? – You can do – Is an athlete finished if they
don’t do anything for five days? It’s not over yet. I’m an athlete. Kids, house, work, this, that, I’m doing I often cut for seven days, a
week, or sometimes two weeks. And getting back into it
is easy. I’m so good at it. – I came for the data. We said it was our data point. – The data. – Sorry, excuse me. The Irish are the ones who make the rules. The data. So that will be our data
point from now on, because we I like to hear your opinion. Every time, I find it interesting. People like to hear your opinion, even
if they don’t understand everything. what you say with your accent. – Grammar, rather. – Especially the accent. And so, there you have it. Changes – I think the accent is still clear. – Yes, no, it’s fine. –
For a foreigner, it’s fine. – He’s better at English
than me, that’s for sure. – That’s for sure. – We’ve
still got a lot of changes. It’s been a long time since we’ve seen
so many changes on a track and so many of destabilizing athletes on that, right? – Yes, I agree 100%. I think at least 40% of the
track needs to be replaced. Minimum. And by law, it changes
almost where it shouldn’t. change, where are the drivers –
They’ve changed their reference point for years and years. They bomb, they brake
there, they turn there. And this year, it’s completely changed. And compared to their initial
plans, the organizers here, Warner Brothers, they got screwed again – So it’s a real change? – A huge change. We have two, three more turns, more, more. That means I think maybe
15 more turns, at the top. all the way down and 15 seconds more. – So, that makes it People are talking about it, athletes are
quitting, it’s a bit like enduro, a bit like that. But in the end, everything will
work out fine, and it’s still full. Can we really make more distinctions? in a sharp turn or when
deciding to go straight ahead? I think that with the current driver, with the new driving style, The bike, the gear, and everything else—I
think it’s going to be awesome anyway. The only downside is that it will
deteriorate rapidly and everything that comes out will be ruined. everything that’s fresh,
everything that’s new. If it doesn’t cut the roots, stumps, or
anything else that comes out too much, It won’t be dangerous,
but it’s going to be hot. So, you have to keep your eyes open all
weekend to really see the right thing. traj, the correct wheel
placement and all that. And it’s not going to be the same
kind of race as the last two. And it’s good, it’s good that it’s
really something different this week. – It’s something different. Thank you. We’ll come back and see you when we have
the times and everything else sorted out. – For now, we can’t see the intés. The splits, they’re not—they
haven’t been put in yet. – They’re not on, so – I don’t know what they’re changing. They’re up to something. First of all, the positioning of the
cameras is not the same as before. – Yes, of course. Everything changes. – Everything is changing. – Everything is changing,
so we’re a little lost. – But that’s good. It’s a good thing. – That’s true. – Come
on, let’s keep going. We’re going because there are flies too. Come on. – Really? – Maurice arriving in hiking mode. – Did you sign up for
the Val-d’Isol trail run? – I’m too useless, I can’t do it. There, I’m going to do a
grandpa version, hiking. No trail. What do you think about all these changes? Are you going to have to find a
rhythm that changes things up a bit? I think the first two or three
runs are going to be really cool. And then, since there are still a lot of
things closed, we’ll all be in the same boat. place, if you press there,
it’ll break and we’ll have to interiors a bit crappy,
exteriors a bit crappy. So, I think it’s going to be
good and increasingly difficult. So, we plan for that a little bit, and
that’s why we all walk pretty fast. Because there’s going to be
so much change. We’ll see. That said, can we applaud the effort
of not having built a new track? but honestly, there aren’t many
places where we spent the year. last, where we review the year. – Yeah, it changes when
you’re close to the World Cup. that we know, it changes a lot. There are still plenty of cool
places, so it’s definitely nice. We’ll see how it goes. In my opinion, it’s going
to be something. As usual. We’ll see on Saturday, when
you’re there, sipping tea with the drop on the forehead. That’s tough. Thanks for that. What a pain. I have quite a few things for you. Are those gifts? Yeah, I got presents. Yes, by the way, we have
to do something together. We’ll tell you more about it soon,
along with a cool little outfit. We just need to figure out how
to see each other. We’re here. Quite a few changes. That’s good, we saw a GoPro that
went straight in at full speed. Here, finally, they have toned
down the passages a little. That’s good. Overall, I find that it runs more
smoothly and is more technical. Was there a time when You remember those days of 29, 27, etc. Is it still relevant to say: There, It’s spinning, we’re going to put a
smaller wheel on, where there’s so much work to do. Besides, it’s not even
something you should – There’s really a lot
of work to do nearby. I wasn’t thinking about that at all. When you told me that, I thought
to myself: I’m going to go all in. and that it falls on the root
mats, that it’s above them. It’s true that it’s running, but
there’s still a lot of noise. fairly open with long straight stretches. And maybe the road will be fine. – Arthur. – We rest there, that’s
the question for Arthur. But last year, you did the run we all remember. That really changes things. There aren’t many places left where
we’ve been, where you’ve been. last year. We’re starting from scratch,
completely back to square one. – But that’s not the same thing. There aren’t 300 meters
to the start line there. But otherwise, everything has changed.
Everything is cut up everywhere. But that’s what’s cool about it. At least we’re struggling, we’re asking
ourselves real questions on the track. When you get to the gangs or whatever, you
know, you know where you’re going to hang out, we know there are zero questions to ask. – And from – It will evolve. It’s a dud, there are
all the roots underneath. All new parts, so it’s
going to be carnage. – So, usually, you do three, Four runs in the morning, three or four in
the afternoon, that makes between six and eight. In total, you do a dozen
runs before your final. Is the goal here to do
more in order to get more? Be quick to react, but don’t tire
yourself out. What’s the strategy? Because there – Not necessarily,
because things will change. She’s going to change the track. So, you can do twelve runs on
the first day, but the next day, It will be even more different. So it’s more about trying
to anticipate a little, find lines that are smooth,
that might not be too used, but it’s going to be tough. So it’s really about living in the moment. – And perhaps visualize things more. – Try, but it’s not easy. Because at this point, we’re
already saying, “It’s going well.” Being the mainline is going to be dead. So we already know how to find it,
but now is not really the right time. So it’s not obvious. Okay, we’ll see. Thank you. We’re preparing something
cool and crazy for you. What’s going to happen? Come on, man. I said it on the spot. It’s true. Foli, that’s it. He doesn’t remember. Come on, let’s go. Bye. – Look. – Hello, Arthur. Hello. – Hello. – Did you see the same thing? – Where do I ask the same questions as me? – What? – I’m blocking
him like this, wait. No. Come on, here you go. Go on, go. He has to. Wait, answer with me.
Can we do this together? No. – No, I’m shy. – No, no, no. – No, no, no. – No, no, I don’t care. I had a question. No, that’s not a
question, I had an answer. Momo said to me, “Yes, we may need
to change the size of the wheels.” Is that true or not? – I hope not. – No, that was my question.
I was trying to say – He’s already done that to us, that’s
enough. – He’s already given us an answer. – No, my question was: In the
end, we had this period in 1927, 29 where it absolutely had to
be changed. – You know what? On top of that, I sent him a fucking
video of me running three days ago. say: What do you think about that? He said to me, “That’s
nothing, that was in ’29.” Damn, I shouldn’t have sent him the video,
that’s what made him think about it. – Not at all, there isn’t any. I asked him the question, saying,
“Does the fact that it’s spinning Will we need to change the wheel sizes? There was a time, two or three years
ago, when it was the key to success. I was changing the size of his
wheels and asked him about it. He said to me, “I didn’t
think about it at all.” I’ll ask an engineer who is
you: Is it really true that Is it worth it or not? – So you’re not going to do any
interviews before the trackwalk because I ruin all my hard work? No. It would definitely be worth it,
but it’s still difficult because that it significantly alters
the rear suspension settings. If you change the rear suspension
settings, it changes the settings. of the front suspension. – Yes. – Especially here, there are a
lot of slopes and a lot of speed. And so, as soon as you bring back the load On the front, I think it’s very difficult
to readjust in a short period of time. After that, the idea of having wheels
that encompass everything is good. There are also quite a few
turns and positions to take. bicycles that create inertia. – That’s not a question
pilots have to ask themselves. It’s you who’s going to answer
that by saying, “I chose that.” – Exactly. – Or as you said, it
develops. In any case, It encompasses so many things
that it is not worth considering. – That’s exactly what we’re trying
to do: let the drivers imagine, be creative because they
are visionaries after all. And you see, Amaury, he has
this ability to project himself in things where he is convinced that
it works and it ends up working, Perhaps just because he was
convinced, or perhaps because he is supervisor and that he has a good idea. Sometimes he also gets into
things that are closed. For example, on the 29th,
we drove with it in 2022. in Fort William, and it wasn’t great. To answer the question, we
try to find the right balance. between letting them do what they
want and doing the work behind them to support them in their vision,
but also to provide a framework a little bit because We can do the
impossible, but not all of us can. on weekends, not on all slopes. You still have to be a little
rational and manage to focus on work. what needs to be done on a track. You might gain some good sensations, A few tenths on the high side with that. If you mess up your whole process,
all your bike settings for the track, You’re definitely more than
a few tenths ahead there. You may have a few seconds. – So, there will still be
work to do on the track. Thanks for that little
point. You’re our engineer. We have our data point
and we have our – Great. Let’s do that. Thanks, Arthur. – What you also need to know is that – I like it when you tell
me what I need to know. – No, but all teams have different
processes, they also have different possibilities. That is to say, there are
bikes that are already – Made for. – Made to be 27, 29. I think it’s What do you mean, global? It’s either one or the other, but it’s
too much of a compromise to do both. something where you change a
little flip chip and it makes you both at the same time. Actually, you have a bad 27, a bad 29. So, at one point, we took a gamble and
decided to make a good 29, after a good 27. It’s crazy to see how everyone
reacts to the staff on hand. Some riders too, for a change. You see, you have some: It
always has to be the same. They always want the same sensations. Momo is capable of switching
from one thing to another. Maybe, ask other people. – No, that’s exactly why we don’t
say too much, because there are even more athletes and teams
are watching what we do and who say: We have
information, we get information. That way, we stay crazy
and we’re left in peace. Next time, you can even
give a talk if you want. You’re telling me nonsense, it works. – So, I’ll tell you that we looked
at Bruni’s specialist, right? – Thank you. Let’s go. We arrive in the somewhat mythical
part of Val-d’Isol, with these stone chains. Those are really big steps.
It’s always impressive. You never get used to that place. And then there are these enormous
roots; there’s a sequoia tree. It’s not a secoyat, but
I call it a secoyat. because it’s huge. They did, however, put a little
bit of soil here, in particular. in places to calm things down a little. It’s going to destroy itself,
all the drivers say so. That’s really where, for me, you
start to see the differences. It’s true that at the top there’s
rhythm, etc., but there’s still energy. From here on, we lose a lot of energy. The cider is rising in our arms and legs. It’s very technical. It’s simply a matter of being precise. And yet that’s where we need to
be because we’re about to arrive. Finally, on the slightly flatter
part, let’s say, a little calmer. where speed needs to be generated. And if we lose precision, inevitably,
it costs us in terms of speed. We’re just going back a little
bit to the original design. There, the drivers all left within five
minutes; they know the place a little. And then we’ll arrive at
the last little chirp. where there have been a few more changes. In any case, great work has been done,
and a great track has been proposed. And honestly, I can’t wait to see what
it’s going to be like in training. Are you okay? It’ll do the trick. It’ll take
you where Thierry is, sort of. He doesn’t want to shoot after all. We had another change. We just arrived from that upper part. There, they made us They made
us zigzag along the track. That makes two times we
crossed twice and a trail by by whoever is there, is there. So, obviously, that leaves two big holes. When there are cutbacks,
there are always ideas. a little bit of: Does it
pull? Does it not pull? It’s very technical. What is interesting, in any
case, is that physically, It’s going to be very difficult
because he mustn’t fall asleep. And above all, it’s full sun,
it’s a kind of rock shelter. So the grip is going
to be quite technical. That’s interesting. Technically, it’s really a step
above because you’ll have to really make babies Now, we can’t just let go of the brakes. We’re really going to have to be
very good and see what it says. We’ll see. There’s Dylan over there,
he’s already on the landing. Look. Are you on the landing already? Yeah, yeah. Very good. I stole the glasses at one
point, they suit me well. Everything’s fine, right? Yes,
but everything’s fine, right? Really? I have a bit of a
Philippe Lucca side to me—yes. 3.17. – It’s flaming. – Yes, yes. – Victory. Valérie’s week is going
to be tough on her. Well, I should go and introduce
you to finish this track walk. to BPS, Adrien Blachert. – It’s just a little joke I
make, but in reality, it’s a Describe exactly what you
do for Benoît Coulange. – What I do for Benoît Coulanges is
I’m his coach and physical trainer. – Does it go beyond that? – Yeah, it goes beyond that. We have been working
together for 10 years now. I took over from Antoine in preparing
Benoît for college five or six seasons ago. So I’m putting together a team around Ben,
bringing in players from season to season. experts to help us try to enhance A great team to improve performance. I’m trying to make sense of it
all, as well as doing my prep work. and physical therapy for Scott. – We have to keep going. He’s a guy who got interested
because he grows stuff. He makes him do exercises. And Benoit told me that you were
going to take it really far, to make him do crazy exercises,
but they really worked. Nothing to do with the descent. You’re still exploring your thing. I like searching. The goal is to I don’t come from a DH background
at all, not in the slightest. You can tell when I’m on a bike. But then you have to
search and dig deeper. There are lots of things I
don’t know, so I try to ask. to people, to help us. Yeah, green style in particular,
we searched quite a bit. stuff in areas that were a bit
unfamiliar to me, the cognitive spheres. Understanding how the
brain behaves when cycling, on the biomechanics of
the guy on the bike. Really interesting. And I think we still have lots of ideas. And anyway, the goal is
for him to feel good and – And that it works. – And may it be successful and work
out well, and may we enjoy ourselves. – We’ll see. It’s interesting to see how often we
talk about equipment, but in this case, I focus on the cognitive
aspect and exercises. I love it. I often reply to your stories
too, they make me laugh so much. – I love it, thank you. – We will show you some from time to time. That’s it for the track walk. Honestly, it’s a great track,
with quite a few changes though. It’s still interesting.
It’ll go slower, of course. – Personally, I hope it
goes a little slower. We stayed for about an hour on
the first new section, up there. There are some new changes. I think it’s going to be really cool. It’s going to change quite a bit,
according to experts Rudi and Flo, who told us accompanies for the lines. I think it’s going to be interesting. There are some changes that slow things
down a bit, which can be a good thing. Leave a little room for choice,
for choosing lines, for thinking A little bit during
training. We like it anyway. Make way for technology.
Make way for technology. Thank you for following
us on this track-off. Thank you. See you tomorrow for
practice, to see all these But me, the damn glasses. Pass it on, boys. I’ll keep your glasses.
Yes, there’s a problem. You can’t see anything. Yes,
so he can’t see anything. See you tomorrow with Momo without his
glasses because I’ll have stolen them. his glasses and I’m leaving. Hello, goodbye.