Some cyclists are sprinters, some are time-trialists, some fly up hills and some can roll for hours over flat terrain. Rarely however, do you get a cyclist who can do everything. Elisa Longo Borghini is one of those few special riders: a true cycling all-rounder. Manon caught up with one of the best riders in the world to find out what makes her such a great all-round cyclist.

00:00 Intro
01:40 Realising you could go pro?
02:11 Becoming a complete cyclist
03:03 Pressure to specialise in one thing?
03:39 Keeping motivated
04:28 How does training change?
05:35 Working on sprinting
07:33 Top tips to be a great all-rounder
08:27 Favourite training sessions
09:27 Best all-rounder in the peloton?
10:10 Summary

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