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

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

I might have changed, but that did not mean the sport had.

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.

I've been proud to be national champion.

I had grown used to getting a pat on the back and being told after a good result: 'Well done, David - you should be happy, you're the first clean rider.

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.