Yeah, that was a real s**tshow there!
I firmly believe that Armstrong soured many, many followers with his secret shenanigans.
You're right about that, Doug! And, his bullying of those that spoke out against him. He might have been forgiven if not for the way he treated some of the people that were so close to him at one time.
Well, although it would have been nice, he didn't need the stage victory nor burn down his faithful team any more than was called for to get up that mountain. Spectacular as it was!
It was amazing how Kelderman and Benoot were just hangin out at the back of the break all day and then as things started breaking down on the last climb they ended up being perfect targets for Vingegaard to shoot for and then they gave him a bit of a pull. You're right, they've been a great team. Wout may be just a tad less strong compared to last year where he also got the wins, but he has still been a monster! I sure hope he's clean...if you know what I mean. Us fans of cycling can't assume anymore.
I get the GCN feed...kind of drops off the back of a truck...if you know what I mean.
Global Cycling Network. I believe they are tied in with Eurosport and Discovery.
It was an incredible watch, except for the ~50 minutes of them standing around on the road while they cleared out the protesters. A spectacularly grueling race that just wore down riders one at a time popping them off the back. Not sure if you know what happened to MVdP with a little over a lap to go, but I won't spoil it for you. I love watching the Monuments (including Strade Branch) and the Worlds. They are nearly super human efforts and the three riders at the end on the podium deserve so much respect!
Yes he is! I've been following Cyclocross for the last three or so years and I love how the CX racers have infiltrated the peloton and are almost redefining a more powerful, aggressive style of racing. Both men and women racers. WvA was a beast in last years TdF. Lately, MVdP has been getting the better of WvA, which only makes the rivalry more exciting. And throw in a smidge of Pidcock...perfection!
