Mark Cavendish's retirement decision makes 'perfect sense' with Tour de France record ahead - Jens Voigt

Jen Voigt has explained why he thinks Mark Cavendish’s retirement decision makes “perfect sense” – and has shared a story about the sprint great that he will “never forget”. Cavendish, 38, said that he had “lived an absolute dream” as he announced he will be retiring at the end of the 2023 season. Ad The 38-year-old, who is currently competing at the Giro d’Italia with Astana Qazaqstan, is expected to chase a record 35th stage win at the Tour de France this summer.

Giro d'ItaliaCavendish to retire at end of season as Tour de France record bid looms large7 HOURS AGO He is currently tied with Belgian great Eddy Merckx on 34. Cavendish has not won on the road since June last year, although he hinted at a return to form by taking third on Stage 11 at the Giro. Reflecting on Cavendish’s retirement announcement on the second rest day of the Giro, Eurosport expert Voigt said: “I was exactly 50:50 if he's going to announce one more year, or if he’s going to retire, until he actually said the words… “Because he's chasing that elusive record with the Tour stages.

And not sure if he's going to make it this year, if he's going to do or if he is actually going to win this stage [he needs to break the record]. “On the other side, I completely understand. I mean, look at the pictures.

What a happy family he has, happy healthy children, a wonderful wife, wonderful family. It's only fair to think, ‘You know what? I'm fed up with travel and sacrifices’. “I suppose quality time with the family makes perfect sense.

Cavendish to retire at end of 2023 season Wiggins recalls helping Cavendish to world glory “This Giro, with so much rain and so many crashes. I mean, if you remember his spectacular crash. He finished fifth on a stage, sliding