Overview

• Jan Ullrich, 51, has stated that he cannot currently ride a Tour de France stage due to insufficient training but believes it could be possible with 25,000–30,000 km of annual preparation.
• The former Tour winner emphasizes the trainability of the human body and asserts that his natural talent remains intact, though he has left the competitive mindset behind.
• Ullrich is organizing the 'Jan Ullrich Cycling Festival' on May 17–18 in Bad Dürrheim, Germany, focusing on fan engagement with non-competitive rides of up to 29.7 km per lap.
• Cycling legends like Lance Armstrong, Bradley Wiggins, Mario Cipollini, Udo Bölts, and Andreas Klöden are set to participate in the festival to promote the sport.
• While a renewed informal duel with Lance Armstrong is not currently planned, Ullrich considers it a possibility, noting both are healthy and well.