The Tour of Britain 2023 wrapped up processions last week with Pro Cyclist from Jumbo-Visma clinching the title. Wout van Aert pulled off a spectacular victory after pushing hard in the final kilometer. The Jumbo-Visma team grabbed their fifth stage of the week and 57th of the season, but it was this wholesome interaction between a young fan and fellow teammate Jos van Emden that caught the eyes of netizens.
The Dutch professional tossed his water bottle during the middle of a race and a young fan picked up in excitement, sending the entire internet into a spiral of happy emotions.
Jumbo-Visma cyclist gives young fan a moment to cherish
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The viral video was shared on X and garnered over 600k views in a matter of 24 hours. It is moments like these that define and build future stories of greatness.
— Cycling out of context (@OutOfCycling) September 16, 2023
The joy and ecstasy on the boy’s face was a great sight to behold. Emden threw the sipper, and the boy stared at it for a second, before picking it up and going into silence from happiness. The boy silently exclaimed and could not believe his luck.
The Jumbo-Visma team seems to be on a successful streak, with American cyclist Sepp Kuss securing the title at the Spanish Vuelta. After an entire decade, Sepp Kuss was the first American to win a Grand Tour race since Chris Horner’s victory, way back in 2013.
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Internet reacts to wholesome video
Netizens could not get over the adorable and joyful reaction of the child and had a lot to say. Let’s take a look at some of them.
This was NOT from the Vuelta. TJV rides with the numbers 21-28. This was nr 75 that gave the bottle. It's still a nice gesture…
— Kenneth D (@clercq1983) September 16, 2023
Kenneth gave users online more context and correct information about the events in the video.
And that is how you inspire the next generation, to ride bikes and follow the bike racing, the riders are so much better at this than any organisation or governing body. Many remembering they were that kid, and what it means
— Sarah milton (@Sarahmi56698657) September 16, 2023
Sarah described this as a pivotal moment in the boy’s life, one that could inspire him to strive for greatness.
I see myself in that kid 🥹 I would probably even cry if Froomey throws a bidon to me! 🫣
— Chris Froome Fans (@froome_fanpage) September 16, 2023
Chris said that he saw himself in that boy and would react in exactly the same manner should he be in that situation.
I’ve said it a few times before, pro cyclists are some of the nicest athletes to interact with.
— Jason (@EOD_K9) September 17, 2023
Jason called pro cyclists one of the most humble and nicest athletes in the sporting world.
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How wonderful. That face says it all.
— linda robson (@jrtbuddy) September 17, 2023
Linda called the moment truly wonderful and loved the look on his face.
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A tiny gesture goes a long way in creating meaning for someone else. The boy will forever remember this moment and cherish it. Athletes are made by their hard work, but fans carry their legacy forward. Jumbo-Visma just won itself a loyal fan for life!
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