This week, we bring you an inspiring story of resilience, talent, and the relentless pursuit of a dream. Our guest, Kim Le Court Pienaar, is a rising star in the Women’s World Tour, proving that it’s never too late to chase greatness.
When Kim turned pro, many riders have already made their mark—Kim wasted no time in doing the same. In her debut season, she secured a stage win at the Giro d’Italia Women, raced in two Grand Tours, and represented her country at the Paris Olympics.
In this episode, we dive into Kim's remarkable journey—from mountain biking in Mauritius to competing on Europe’s most unforgiving roads. Kim shares her firsthand experience of the Tour of Flanders, the energy of De Ronde, and what it’s really like to race the Monuments.
Let’s dive in!
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
03:15 2024 Overcoming Injuries and Challenges
07:14 First season in WT
12:15 Transitioning from Mountain Biking to Road Racing
17:49 Race Goals
19:49 First Experience in the Classics and Learning Curve
27:55 Memorial Tattoo
33:15 2024 Olympics, National Pride
38:18 Riding in Mauritius
44:21 Other Sports
45:22 Big Brother, Inspiration
48:10 Top-3 Mauritian Food
50:41 Ending
– GUEST –
Kimberley (Le Court) Pienaar is a Mauritian cyclist riding for AG Insurance-Soudal. Born in 1996, Kim has won most of the top ultra MTB events she has competed in and has placed in the top 10 in most UCI events, showcasing her versatility across disciplines. She is known for her strong climbing ability and endurance.
CONNECT
www.instagram.com/kimlecourt
www.instagram.com/aginsurancesoudal
– HOST –
Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso.
CONNECT
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjensen77/
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