Tom Pidcock delivered another impressive performance at the Tirreno-Adriatico, securing second place on Stage 6. His consistent results throughout the race have earned him the lead in the points classification, allowing him to don the maglia ciclamino. Additionally, his strong showing has propelled him to sixth place in the general classification, further underlining his steady progression.
Reflecting on his performance, Pidcock expressed a mix of frustration and optimism. “My ceiling is higher, and I just don’t know my level,” he admitted. Despite finishing second once again, he believed he had the potential to stay with Juan Ayuso and fight for the victory on another day. While his initial ambition was to claim a stage win, he acknowledged that two second-place finishes were still a commendable achievement.

Pidcock also took pride in the efforts of his teammates, emphasizing their strength and commitment throughout the race. Their teamwork has been crucial, especially with just one stage remaining. With both Pidcock and his teammate David in the top ten, their focus now shifts to defending their positions. As he put it, “You live and learn,” showing his determination to keep improving in future races.