2014 Tour de France July 19, Stage 14: Grenoble - Risoul 177km

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Moose McKnuckles said:
Amazing number of breathing issues for riders. Wonder how much the increased pollution is affecting things.

Definitely. The race doctor was discussing Vichot's abandon yesterday (bronchitis as well) and said at least 15 riders have had it that she's aware
 
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Dekker_Tifosi said:
Like we Gesink fans like to say. There is always next year. Next year he will have good luck etc etc :eek:

You guys also say that about Mollema :)

And in the future about Kelderman ;)
 
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Miburo said:
You guys also say that about Mollema :)

And in the future about Kelderman ;)

Mollema is actually a guarantee for top 10 and almost never dissappoints. So no. Ofcourse his style is ugly and he is a horribly limited rider. But he does achieve what he wants
 
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Parrulo said:
How is giving up a GC going to cure his bronchitis?
I don't understand all this bashing of Rui Costa as a GT rider. He's done OK, got ill and now is suffering. I fail to understand how the circunstances allow a proper evaluation of Rui Costa's quality as GT rider.
 
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Parrulo said:
How is giving up a GC going to cure his bronchitis?

He can tank in the next stages and target one stage late in the 3rd week, just like he always does.

Who cares about 13th or 15th? De Greef?