Before stage 19 of the Giro d'Italia, Wout van Aert expressed his shock over the passing of Ludo Dierckxsens, a retired pro cyclist. He remembered Dierckxsens as a cheerful person who inspired others and lamented the tragedy of his unexpected death. Amidst this reflection, Van Aert was focused on defending teammate Simon Yates in the race. Despite a challenging start in the Giro, Van Aert found success with a stage win, feeling satisfied with his overall performance in the competition.
"I was extremely shocked when I heard the news yesterday on the bus. I knew Ludo a little as a fellow countryman, and we had occasional contact."
"He was someone who always smiled and went through life in a good mood. He is an inspiration for how to approach life. It is sad that he leaves life like this."
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