The name of Isaac del Toro continues to gain prominence in the Tour de France. The Mexican cyclist gave a coup of authority after the sixth stage by climbing to third place in the general classification, confirming the high level he is experiencing in his debut within the highest competition in world cycling.

After a solid performance on the first high mountain day, Isaac del Toro settled on the provisional podium of the race and once again demonstrated why UAE Team Emirates places its trust in him to support Tadej Pogacar in decisive moments.

Isaac del Toro keeps his feet on the ground despite entering the podium

Although his performance places him among the three best in the general classification, the Mexican made it clear that he will not change his way of facing the competition and that his main mission continues to be working for his team leader.

“We are experiencing something very beautiful, being able to be next to someone like Pogacar is nice, the whole team tries to give their best and I feel good, happy to be at this level,” commented the cyclist, who finished third in the sixth stage, the first high mountain stage of the edition.

Far from thinking about the fight for the title, Isaac del Toro assured that he prefers to enjoy each day and avoid additional pressure during his first participation in the French round.

“I don't think about the general, I try to enjoy each stage, this is my debut in the Tour and I don't want to put pressure on myself or put another task on the team,” he commented.

The Mexican enjoys his role as Tadej Pogacar's squire

In addition to celebrating his position in the classification, Isaac del Toro highlighted the pride that comes with becoming one of Tadej Pogacar's trusted men, especially in the mountain stages, where UAE Team Emirates usually defines the race.

"It has been incredible, I feel very good. It is a privilege for me to be the last companion with Tadej in the mountain, I want to continue doing this work," he said.

The Mexican's statements reflect the atmosphere within the team, where the main objective continues to be to support Pogacar in his quest to win a new Tour de France, while Isaac del Toro continues to establish himself as one of the revelations of this edition.

Isaac del Toro excites Mexico in his debut in the Tour de France

Beyond the result of the sixth stage, Isaac del Toro's performance confirms that he can compete at the highest level against the best cyclists in the world. His entry to the podium of the general classification represents an important step in a race that has just begun and in which there are still several decisive days to be played.

With serenity, a fundamental role within the UAE Team Emirates and the confidence of Tadej Pogacar, the Mexican will face the next stages with the aim of maintaining the level that has placed him among the protagonists of the Tour de France.