ADAC Cyclassics Hamburg 2025, August 17

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"For the first time in its history, the ADAC Cyclassics will start in Lower Saxony. Buxtehude and the district of Stade will welcome the UCI WorldTour peloton for the opening of one of Germany’s most important one-day races.

Ten years after the first start outside of Hamburg — back then in Kiel — the race will once again begin beyond the Elbe metropolis. Buxtehude will welcome the world elite of cycling. All 147 riders will be introduced to the public during an official team presentation on the historic town square. Around midday, the starting signal will be given — marking the beginning of the longest Cyclassics edition in the past five years."
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Roadbook: https://www.cyclassics-hamburg.de/f.../Roadbook/250811_ADAC25-Roadbook_ELITE_V1.pdf

With the somewhat hilly new start and two more Waseberg laps, the race is not only longer, but also includes ~double the amount of climbing it had last year.

The final 50k are still the same as usual, but with the late inclusion of van Aert, some sprinters in questionable shape, and UAE bringing their climbing team, there may still be hope for a more selective race than usual.

Start list: https://www.cyclassics-hamburg.de/f...CH_2025/Teams_und_Fahrer/START_LIST_1PAGE.pdf

There'll be live coverage of the final 2 hours on Disco+ etc

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ASO has sent out a press release with some quotes of the favorites.

Wout van Aert, who is already competing in the Lidl Deutschland Tour starting Wednesday, decided to extend his stay in Germany by a few days. “As soon as the idea came up earlier this week, I was on board,” said the 30-year-old. “I only had to make a small adjustment to my training plan to include the race. Hamburg is a WorldTour event that often turns into a battle between sprinters and strong classics riders. From my only appearance in 2022, I know the course suits me well.” Back then, van Aert finished second.

Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek), who also came second at last year’s ADAC Cyclassics, is again among the favorites – especially after claiming two stage wins at the Tour de France. “After the Tour, I took some time to rest and reflect on what we achieved together,” said the 24-year-old, looking back on his Green Jersey triumph. “Now I’m ready for the next phase of my season and excited to pin on a number again at the ADAC Cyclassics Hamburg. I feel good and motivated – and we’re bringing a very strong team to the race. So, I’m confident we’ll do everything we can to continue the team’s winning streak this year.”

For Jasper Philipsen it will be the third start at the Cyclassics. In his previous appearances, he finished sixth and seventh. “Hamburg is definitely a race every sprinter wants on their palmarès – but that’s easier said than done,” said the opening stage winner of this year’s Tour. “I’ve been in the top ten here before, but after five climbs of the Waseberg, you really have to be in top shape to fight for the win. My post-crash prep after the Tour was short, but my form is improving and I hope to be in the mix on Sunday.”

He’ll be supported by a high-profile lead-out rider who could, in theory, also contend for the win himself. “After a tough Tour, I’m not quite at my best yet,” said Kaden Groves, also a stage winner in France. “Ideally, I hope to deliver a strong lead-out for Jasper here in Hamburg.”

For Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Wanty), the ADAC Cyclassics will be his first race since the Tour. “I had some time to recover. After a few days off the bike, I quickly felt my energy returning. I trained well back home in Eritrea and did some long rides to rebuild my form. I’m excited to reunite with the team in Hamburg. Last year was my first time racing here – I finished third and have great memories of the amazing fan support.”

Jordi Meeus (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) also expressed confidence and ambition. “Our goal is to win the race. Last year I hesitated a bit in the sprint, but I definitely felt that the podium was within reach,” said last year’s fourth-place finisher. “I came out of the Tour in good shape, and my legs have been responding well in training. The course is a bit tougher than last year, but I hope I can survive the Waseberg two more times.”

Phil Bauhaus (Bahrain Victorious), on the other hand, sees fewer chances for himself. “Compared to last year, it hasn’t exactly become easier for me,” said Germany’s sprint hopeful. “I’d really love to win the ADAC Cyclassics, but realistically speaking, my chances aren’t great.”

One rider eager to shake off the sprinters early is Nils Politt and his UAE Team Emirates. “It’s going to be exciting with even more ascents of the Waseberg than last year. That definitely makes the race more selective – which plays to our strengths. We’ve got a team that can try to decide the race before the final, and that has to be our goal. No matter how it ends, I hope for good weather and big crowds along the route.”

Alexander Kristoff (Uno-X Mobility) is relying on experience. The 38-year-old first raced the Cyclassics in 2010 and will now take on the Hamburg classic for the 13th time in 2025 – tying the record held by Marcel Sieberg and Mark Renshaw. Should he finish the race, he’ll become the sole record holder. “The Cyclassics is one of the races where I’ve consistently performed well over the years,” said the Norwegian, who is set to end his long career this season. “I won in 2014 and made the podium a few more times. I’m looking forward to a great race and hope for one last strong result in Hamburg.”
 
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The previous editions were all bunch sprints. Milan and Girmay were second and third last year. However the course is tougher with five ascents of the Waseberg instead of three. That could be enough for Van Aert to make the gap, but Lidl, Alpecin and Intermarché will try to keep it together.
 
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Pantani_lives said:
The previous editions were all bunch sprints. Milan and Girmay were second and third last year. However the course is tougher with five ascents of the Waseberg instead of three. That could be enough for Van Aert to make the gap, but Lidl, Alpecin and Intermarché will try to keep it together.
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In 2023 and 2022, it wasn't technically bunch sprints. Especially not in 2022.
 
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