""I was extremely shocked when I heard the news yesterday on the bus. I knew Ludo a little as a fellow countryman, and we had occasional contact.""
""He was someone who always smiled and went through life in a good mood. He is an inspiration for how to approach life. It is sad that he leaves life like this.""
Before stage 19 of the Giro d'Italia, Wout van Aert expressed his shock over the passing of Ludo Dierckxsens, a retired pro cyclist. He remembered Dierckxsens as a cheerful person who inspired others and lamented the tragedy of his unexpected death. Amidst this reflection, Van Aert was focused on defending teammate Simon Yates in the race. Despite a challenging start in the Giro, Van Aert found success with a stage win, feeling satisfied with his overall performance in the competition.
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