It’s morning in San Diego, and a pair of striking Slovakians are making their way through a crowd of adoring fans.

Together, Peter and Katarina Sagan form a delicious combination of brawn and beauty as they prepare for a group ride with some 20 cyclists from a local bicycle club.

Resplendent in his rainbow jersey, the world champion autographs the backs of jerseys, the tops of helmets — even a top tube gets the treatment. He smiles for shared selfies, group selfies, and for a moment becomes the third stooge, as two boisterous gentlemen straddle his shoulders, unleashing their unbridled joyful banter.

Katarina seems right at home with the cheerful commotion, engaging with soigneurs and onlookers alike as she moves seamlessly through multiple idioms.