TDF Rest Day rider interview: Pascal LeDernier
Frenchman shares his insights on Pogâcar, Vingegaard, 2am drug tests and Paul Seixas
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Welcome back to Twisted Spoke’s coverage of the 2026 Tour de France. This is our third interview with Frenchman Pascal LeDernier, who currently leads all riders in the coveted Lanterne Rouge competition.
We think you’ll appreciate his unique perspectives from inside the peloton: Today’s subjects include the Vingegaard crash, his opinion of 2am doping tests, the chances of his countryman Paul Seixas reaching the podium and who is the greatest pro cyclist in the world — hint, it isn’t Pogǎcar.