I think the TDF situation is fairly simple. Roglič is arguably no longer in the top tier for the tour (which doesn't mean he can't win it if circumstances align to his favor). And that's not gonna change next year. If anything, due to age, next year the gap will be bigger rather than smaller. If he can recover, then his chances this year are as good as they get.
It's a simple decision - is he going to pursue TDF in the future or not? If he is and can recover from Giro in time, then why not this year.
It's a simple decision - is he going to pursue TDF in the future or not? If he is and can recover from Giro in time, then why not this year.