Breaking down the key points and what we can take away from the first Monument of the season, as well as what it all means for the big one-day races looming in the weeks to come
Brilliant ride by MDVP. Thanks for the analysis. I’m interested in your thoughts on two details of the Poggio climb. 1) Wellans was amazing and a great last minute choice. But did he err in jumping just before that bend? Looked to me as if he could’ve sustained the gap with Pog had he not been forced to hit the brakes. 2) When Trentin intentionally sat up, he took out several would be contenders. I don’t view it as entirely sporting, but it was effective and it’s legal.
I’m also curious about Allaphillippe. He came 11th after having to drag himself back solo following a crash, in addition to the fact that he popped out of his pedal at the base of the climb. Why isn’t Sudal supporting him and his form perhaps better than folks are giving him credit for?
Brilliant ride by MDVP. Thanks for the analysis. I’m interested in your thoughts on two details of the Poggio climb. 1) Wellans was amazing and a great last minute choice. But did he err in jumping just before that bend? Looked to me as if he could’ve sustained the gap with Pog had he not been forced to hit the brakes. 2) When Trentin intentionally sat up, he took out several would be contenders. I don’t view it as entirely sporting, but it was effective and it’s legal.
I’m also curious about Allaphillippe. He came 11th after having to drag himself back solo following a crash, in addition to the fact that he popped out of his pedal at the base of the climb. Why isn’t Sudal supporting him and his form perhaps better than folks are giving him credit for?
Great article. I like the data even if it is defended and then correlated to the other riders. I gain perspective on their crazy level of fitness.