L’Equipier: Extinct champion cyclist returns to the saddle at the 1998 Tour de France

Directed by British Kieron J. In Wall, L’Equipier takes us to the 1998 Tour de France during a bicycle race.

Dom Chabol, an experienced team member who dreams of a yellow jersey, will run a team to which he has dedicated his entire life.

When he prepares to leave the house, another teammate is eliminated due to a mistake and Dom has to return to the saddle.

What is a teammate?

He is also called a “teammate”, a servant must beat his leader on a bicycle. Often unknown to the general public, the function of the servant is to protect against wind, supply, or even anticipation during mechanical problems.

He is also responsible for attacking, destabilizing and weakening opposing teams. As a result, a good servant is a versatile runner, both in the plains and in the mountains. His role is essential for his team to win.

Investigate TOWER 98

Directed by Kiron J. Walsh wanted to explore the Tour de France, which in 1998 was perceived as a glamorous and cool sporting event: “It was the first time the launch took place outside of continental Europe and the Irish people were very excited and appreciated. But the reality of sports behind the scenes is a thousand miles away from the image it paints.”Analyzes it.

“These were just ordinary guys who stopped at cheap hotels, took drugs and came close to death to compete in the toughest sporting event in the world.”, He clarified. Walsh also sought to resolve the fate of over-aged athletes as well as the special status of team members on the bike.

In search of the right actor

The interpretation of the main role is played by the Belgian Louis Talpi. Known in his home country as an actor on children’s TV shows, he is also a sophisticated cyclist and regularly competes in Ironman competitions, a highly sought-after form of triathlon.

“It was not an obvious choice for the role, but he turned out to be the best. He is in perfect physical condition and he knows what a professional cyclist can endure. He is exactly the same age as Dom, an old teammate. And he is also a brilliant actor who has teammate humility.”Stressed the director.

L’Equipier was released in theaters on June 29.