Two years from his spectacular triumph in the general classification, the Belgian is back at the start of the Portuguese race.
But before pinning on a number, the Belgian talked about his 2020 win, the expectations he carries into this edition, and training on Alto da Foia – the highest point in southern Portugal – where since September last year a statue inspired by his victory pose can be found.
Photo credit: ©Luc Claessen
Remco Evenepoel 