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he just gave up after the slightest bit of contact.someone bumped into him
That was a tiny nudge- barely brushed against him.
He has completely lost his edge.
Maybe, although I thought it was more his ability to sprint after a long day in the saddle which was going when watching him. Performing in a 6 day is a good sign though, not just a one off event and I'm sure it'll do a lot for his confidence.Has he lost his bottle for the road?