'Enjoy the suffering' - MotoGP star ditches motor to make pro road cycling debut at Tour of Austria
Briefly

Aleix Espargaró, a former MotoGP racer, is transitioning to professional cycling, making his debut at the upcoming Tour of Austria with Lidl-Trek. He joined the team earlier in the year in an ambassador role, participating in training camps. Espargaró expressed excitement about the change, highlighting his growth as a cyclist and eagerness to compete against top cyclists. He will race alongside established professionals and development riders, facing tough competition from other WorldTour teams during the event.
Espargaró expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "I'm feeling good, and I really can't wait to race and test my legs against some of the best cyclists in the world."
Having joined Lidl-Trek as an ambassador, Espargaró remarked, "It's been amazing to be part of such a big team like Lidl-Trek. I've grown a lot as a cyclist."
Read at Cyclingnews
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