{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64ba47265648a8001146d33c/669a97f525946be334579a7b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"SOIGNEUR | The Secret Life of a Soigneur","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64ba47265648a8001146d33c/1750673361188-d05a3ce6-075a-4e80-a5cc-8409e66be59a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>It's the final Tour de France episode, we're taking a deep dive into the most crucial job in cycling—the soigneur. Are they a butler? A friend? A rider's mum?</p><p><br></p><p>We chatted with Kevin Verstaen, an experienced soigneur working for Soudal Quick-Step, who described the role as looking after the welfare of team members and being a \"cyclist laborer.\"</p><p><br></p><p>Soigneur stories often include humorous and challenging moments, and they usually see the riders more than their own family. Ultimately, a good soigneur is worth their weight in gold.</p><p><br></p><p>Despite the long hours and demanding tasks, the role is fulfilling for those who love the sport, with good soigneurs being invaluable to the team.</p><p><br></p><p>Hope you’ll enjoy this episode!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction&nbsp;</p><p>01:50 Kevin Verstaen's Journey into Cycling</p><p>07:37 A Typical Day at the Tour</p><p>13:01 Logistics at the Finish Line</p><p>18:07 The Feed Zone and Bottles</p><p>21:56 Setting Up the Hotel</p><p>24:54 Remco Evenepoel</p><p>25:14 The Riders Suitcase, Asgreen, Mørkøv&nbsp;</p><p>27:01 Massage and Building Trust</p><p>35:21 Gianni Moscon, Apple Farming&nbsp;</p><p>36:17 Ending&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Castelli Cycling"}