With four stage victories to his credit, the hottest thing on two wheels at the Vuelta Espana so far has been Team Argos-Shimano über sprinter John Degenkolb, but off the bike it seems he’s also reportedly developing another reputation amongst his female fan base.
Degenkolb puts his Jagger-like moves on one of the podium pretties for Stage 7 of the Vuelta. Word is he “scored the digits.” (Photo courtesy AP/Alvaro Barrientos)
Sources close to Degenkolb have admitted he’s been serenading podium girls with his rendition of Maroon 5′ s hit song, “Moves Like Jagger,” that includes full choreography, a wink, and a smile. Degenkolb has been seen handing off his “digits” to the smitten podium contingent staffing this year’s Vuelta.
“Not only is the lad killing it on his Felt bike, but he’s really smoking the dance moves behind the scenes before the podium presentations. I’m majorly impressed with his leg work. Mick Jagger should worry about his shake-n-bake dance title,” admired an anonymous team mechanic.
Degenkolb’s teammates are also enjoying his performances on and off the bike. Simon Geschke, in particular, has marveled at the sprinter’s fancy footwork.
“I thought I’d seen it all with Bert’s massive hairdo, but John’s dance steps and vocals at the hotel and on the podium certainly top the best de Backer has mustered at races this year,” commented Geschke.
It seems, however, the downside of the Argos-Shimano stage winner’s exploits has been a hassle for his roommate, Koen de Kort. While de Kort himself wouldn’t directly discuss the German’s habits at the hotel, he did admit Degenkolb’s constant phone calls, Skype chats, and yelling out the window was “disruptive to my resting habits.”
“I’m very happy for John. He’s quite a talented teammate, and I’ve enjoyed shepherding and protecting him for his wins. His enthusiasm for our teammwork is awesome. I just hope his status with the ladies dies down just a little. I can only handle hearing ‘Moves Like Jagger’ so many times while he’s on the phone. Not to mention it’s his ringtone now,” relayed de Kort.
Degenkolb, while enjoying the spotlight, was a little embarrassed by this “playa” status bestowed upon him by Liquigas sprinter Elia Vivani.
“Playa? Wow. I’m not sure I deserve the title, but I wouldn’t mind exploring the definition of the term over a nice candlelight dinner with Eurosport’s Laura Meseguer. I’m not sure if that means I’m a “playa,” but I’m certainly enjoying the scenery here in Spain, if you know what I mean,” declared Degenkolb.
The Vuelta hits the high mountains for Stage 14, which will give Degenkolb plenty of time to work on his karaoke skills during the gruppetto singalong. The podium ladies are anticipating quite a show after Saturday’s stage, which promises to be just another stop on the Argos-Shimano sprint clinic in Spain.
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