FANTASY! Jiří Ježek of the world champion in the pursuit race
Jiří Ježek won the World Champion title in the 4 km pursuit race on Friday, March 11, 2011 at the velodrome in Montichiari, Italy and by defended the last winning from championship in Manchester 2009th. Towards five gold medals from the Paralympic Games added into his phenomenal collection the sixth rainbow jersey of World Champion!
Into the most important race of the season Jiří Ježek takes part with a great concern. In November, at the beginning of training, still felt tiredness after the difficult season 2010. In the last year because he passed a lot of difficult races in the professional peloton and practically dominated between the handicapped. "Even when I advanced to the finals from the first place I admit that I had a huge fear of Jody. British track cycling at the moment is the absolute best in the world and what Jody did for half a year commands respect. I did not know what I can expect from him in the finals. In qualifying lagged behind by just two seconds. With regard to his qualities and the experiences was a battle for the gold much open, so at least I felt. "“
| In the final race however Jirka did not gave to his opponent the slightest chance. Although Jody Cundy led after the first kilometer, on Jiří was evident that he has the ride under control. In steady pace he gradually draw off headstart and at the half of the race already had his opponent in sight. The rest of the race just checked and in the last rounds was possible saw on his focused face a slight smile. After crossing the finish line he no longer concealed the joy. It was obvious that this win means a lot to him. |
"The feeling of happiness and relief can be hardly describe. I wanted this win very much, I needed it and I think I did a lot for it. Despite the various complications and self-doubts in the end everything worked well and I can rejoice! I want very much to thank all those who rooted for me, believed and helped me...!!!
It is actually only March and I already have the largest and most important goal for this season, happily behind me! Now I can have a break from cycling for few weeks and then in peace, but with great gusto to prepare for London 2012! "