They could have broadcast over mobile networks. Yes, it won't be a super 4k resolution, but better than nothing. It's pretty common in 1.2 races.
They gambled on weather being good rather than having a backup plan. Not acceptable for me.
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I don't mind motorpacing. It encourages aggressive riding. If you want to be motorpaced, attack, or ride at the front.
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There's still a hope. Those 2nd cat climbs that come later might be too hard for Sagan - if some team decides to explode the race a go for a stage win. Astana or Alaphilippe could try something.
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I don't mind sprint stages but 9 pancake flat stages like this year was a disgrace. Just have 5 flat stages and 5 hilly ones where sprinters still have a chance but they have to work for it.