IrishCycling.com reports on Dan Martin’s participation in a series of professional criteriums in the south west of France this past week.

From the article: “It’s a nice experience”, Dan says. “I enjoyed riding these Criterium for ambiance. People are so keen on cycling that they can pay €14 [in Castillon-la-Batille, Ed.] to access to the circuit and see the show all the afternoon!” Dan Martin met some French fans and signed many autographs. He also received a very interesting gift to invite his friends for diners over the winter and some bottles of wine from the area!