Swift looking to go one better at Milan-San Remo
— UAE Team Emirates will line-up at the first Spring Classic of the year, Milan-San Remo, this Saturday with in-form British rider, Ben Swift, looking to better his previous results at the famous race.
Swift previously finished in second and third places when riding for Team Sky in 2016 and 2014 respectively.
One of the most exciting and prestigious one day races of the season, Milan-San Remo is the first ‘Monument’ race of the year, also known by its Italian name La Classica di Primavera (The Spring Classic). Despite being known as the ‘sprinters’ classic’, the race is not a straightforward build-up to a group sprint, instead it is characterised by its long, winding route, exciting finish, and the delicate balancing act it requires riders to strike between sprinting and attacking.
Swift is looking forward to returning to the race in which last year he finished second behind Arnaud Demare (FDJ).
“I’m in good form and this year’s Milan-San Remo features similar spirits and looks like it should match the excitement of last year,” said the 29 year old.
“I feel generally quite fit and obviously hope that I’ll do well in the climb. At this point, having done all the training, you have to just stick to your plan and hope for the best as it is hard to say which way the race will go and how it will unfold on the road. For the past three or four years the breakaway has been a sprint, however that could change this year. A lot of riders may not want to wait for the sprint, so as a team we need to be prepared for a myriad of scenarios. Also this year I am coming back to Milan-San Remo under a new team banner, with great team mates. I think we are all ready, and I believe I have a strong team supporting me.”