People do make mistakes and I think they should be punished. But they should be forgiven and given the opportunity for a second chance. We are human beings.

The first time I rode a bike I was four or five. I crashed into the back of a car.

The manner in which one loses the battle can sometimes outshine the victory.

Often the best guys are just those that can suffer longer, who don't give up. And it's so easy to give up, when you're on a mountain and it's really hurting. We go through a lot physically.

Survival is the main objective. There are going to be some awful days, I know that from my background in the sport.

There will always be cheaters. It is human nature. It will never be 100 percent clean, in any sport.

I think cycling has always had a tradition of being a bit dapper, especially back in the day.