The Canadian-Israeli team of Guillaume Boivin and Hugo Houle, who were on the verge of victory in Quebec, were completely satisfied with this great home result.
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With his resources, Houle was able to contribute to the success of his education.
If many have been talking about Strong’s potential for a long time, this podium in Canada in front of some big names should dispel any lingering doubts.
The importance of teamwork also became clear.
“We managed it well. I think he stayed behind my wheel on the last lap. I managed to place it at the foot of the Côte de la Montagne between the 5th and 10th. I told him, let’s go. I was a little tired from my efforts. “I’m happy that he made it onto the podium,” said the 32-year-old Quebecer immediately after crossing the finish line.
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Important cohesion
After a less successful season than last year, Houle showed an excellent level and his Israel-Premier Tech team collected valuable UCI points.
“It is a great day for us and we can say that we have accomplished our mission. I did my job and we all know how important it is, especially at home.”
For his part, Guillaume Boivin was also happy that this solidarity bore fruit in the final. His recent fall didn’t bother him on the bike.
“We knew it was a good arrival for Corbin. We knew what he was capable of. That could unlock it. Woods handled the last kilometer well and came second in Quebec, which is fantastic. Looks just as we hoped. It brings motivation and can lift everyone on the team.
On a personal level, Boivin was named the event’s top Canadian for the fifth time since 2016.
Guillaume Boivin during the Quebec Cycling Grand Prix, Friday September 8, 2023. DIDIER DEBUSSCHERE/JOURNAL DE QUEBEC
“There are a few trophies in my parents’ wardrobe!” He ended with a laugh.
As the runners head to Montreal on Saturday, sponsor Premier Tech, a company present in 28 countries, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in Rivière-du-Loup.
encouragement
Within the Canadian team, Pan-American champion Pier-André Côté from Saint-Henri-de-Lévis didn’t have a bad day, even if the visiting team missed the breakaway group.
“With three laps to go at Champlain I made a big effort to get back on track and I paid for it. After that, all the lights came on.”
In his first experience, the young Matisse Julien managed to pass the exam.
“I heard my name everywhere and I’ve never experienced this. It was special. “Normally nobody knows us in Europe,” said the 21-year-old cyclist from Laval.
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