João Almeida - Bota Lume

[Berniece]

Great super domestique for Pogacar, hope he keeps pushing Ayuso to do his job. UAE might shrug this off, but it's clear that there are issues.

 

[Peyroteo94]

He is the best mountain domestique in the world if he wants (the best is WVA). Ok, he doesn't have the final kick of kuss or Yates but he can ride for long minutes at the front and sufocate all gc riders.

 

[Barnacle Bill]

I don't think Almeida complaining about Ayuso or rain is that different in regards to how he looks. When he's overwhelmed he's overwhelmed. Not that unsimimilar to Remco honestly.

Intra-team rivalry and politics is a pretty standard feature of teams packed with strong, ambitious riders - all part of the fun. Last year Yates picked up a podium while riding for Pogi, and would have been their plan B if something had happened to him. I'm sure both Almeida and Ayuso would quite like to be that guy this year, if possible, and who knows what sort of 'let the road decide' arrangement the management have come up with. But so far it seems Ayuso is pretty good at playing the game of hanging back, 'on the limit' and not doing too much work, yet he ended up leaving Almeida behind and finishing with Rog and Remco. Almeida could have had a quiet word on the radio but instead called him out in as public a fashion as possible at the time, which puts some pressure on him as well as the team when it comes to keeping him in line.

Of course the team try to spin this as some sort of wonderful example of teamwork and harmony, all part of the entertainment
But they're looking so strong anyway, clearly you'd rather have the problem of balancing the ambitions of all these quality riders than have noone up there with Pog.

 

[scribers]

It looked like they were all on their radios and Ayuso wasn’t budging from his perch.

Personal ambition is all good until just enough doesn’t happen to unpin Vingo from pogis wheel

 

[scribers]

There really is no reason why both almeida and Ayuso can’t go eyeballs out in the time trial to see who is strongest and last in line before pogi

 

[noob]

View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nyOA-VtQ66Q


Almeida starts talking after the tactics. It seems he doesn't agree "but I think that..." and then his voice is drowned in loud music. Also clearly he and Pog seems to be in some sort of agreement here as Almeida looks at Pog before talking and Pog talks simultaneously.

The idea of Almeida as quiet and timid computes just as well as the idea of Jonas as quiet and timid 😁

There really is no reason why both almeida and Ayuso can’t go eyeballs out in the time trial to see who is strongest and last in line before pogi

Yes there is a reason, they might have to save their powers for Pog service.

 

[scribers]

View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nyOA-VtQ66Q


Almeida starts talking after the tactics. It seems he doesn't agree "but I think that..." and then his voice is drowned in loud music. Also clearly he and Pog seems to be in some sort of agreement here as Almeida looks at Pog before talking and Pog talks simultaneously.

The idea of Almeida as quiet and timid computes just as well as the idea of Jonas as quiet and timid 😁

Yes there is a reason, they might have to save their powers for Pog service.

I think they have plenty of recovery time around that itt. And the last itt

 

[SHAD0W93]

There really is no reason why both almeida and Ayuso can’t go eyeballs out in the time trial to see who is strongest and last in line before pogi

Only reason would be for Almeida not to make Ayuso cry when he ends up third best on the team.

 

[noob]

Patrick Broe saying Almeida is a Portuguese water spaniel https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Portuguese+water+spaniel&t=brave&iax=images&ia=images

Too funny and very on point with his eyes and hair 🤣

 

[CyclistAbi]

And after, realizing Ayuso was sandbagging.

 

[noob]

Personality and Temperament

• Loyal, lively, and water-loving
• Animated, amusing, and spirited, often making people laugh
• Affectionate with family, but can be wary of strangers
• Highly intelligent and trainable, but independent and stubborn at times
• Require plenty of physical and mental stimulation to prevent destructive behavior

Grooming and Exercise

• Coat requires regular brushing every other day to prevent matting
• May require trimming every 6-8 weeks to prevent overgrowth
• Need at least an hour of exercise daily, including swimming, running, and playing
• Suitable for active families with a large yard or those who enjoy outdoor activities

Health and Training

• Prone to hip dysplasia and may require delayed spaying/neutering
• Highly intelligent and trainable, but may require patient, consistent training
• Can excel in agility, obedience, and water competitions

Conclusion

The Portuguese Water Spaniel is a unique and charming breed that thrives on physical and mental stimulation. With proper care and attention, they can make wonderful companions for active families or individuals who appreciate their intelligence, loyalty, and playful nature.

DEAD!

 

[Froome]

Patrick Broe saying Almeida is a Portuguese water spaniel https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Portuguese+water+spaniel&t=brave&iax=images&ia=images

Too funny and very on point with his eyes and hair 🤣

Against Ayuso, Joao Almeida is a portuguese Serra da Estrela.

 

[iBanesto]

1 second on GC between Almeida and Ayuso.

Love it.

 

[shadowrider]

Ayuso is probably the better climber of the two, but I have the impression Almeida is actually the stronger allrounder.

 

[Tim Cahill]

Least unhinged Spanish media headline

 

[Peyroteo94]

Ayuso is probably the better climber of the two, but I have the impression Almeida is actually the stronger allrounder.

Until this moment, I don't see where is Ayuso a better climber than Almeida.

 

[Peyroteo94]

Can't wait to see Almeida in front of Ayuso in the GC but I fear stage 9, Almeida will lose time there for sure.

 

[scribers]

Least unhinged Spanish media headline

Fact free news

 

[noob]

Stable today I'd say.

 

[noob]

View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SIXqh2ls_JE&pp=ygUHYWxtZWlkYQ%3D%3D


The combination of cave man body language and that gentle voice 🤣

Years ago when Jonas felt even more fragile I wanted them to trade voices 🤣

I think their press people are so creepy.

 

[ppanther92]

Least unhinged Spanish media headline

What a clown headline... Maybe Paula Perez (whoever she is), should look a little more deeper into the riding of a certain Spaniard.

 

[CyclistAbi]

For now Almeida won internal battle with Ayuso now Yates next in the line.

 

[tobydawq]

Is he enjoying the race? Both of the last two days he was caught by Anders Mielke right after the finish and in both instances he seemed rather subdued. Not really the mood for a teammate to the guy who just crushed the field on both stages.

 

[Peyroteo94]

Is he enjoying the race? Both of the last two days he was caught by Anders Mielke right after the finish and in both instances he seemed rather subdued. Not really the mood for a teammate to the guy who just crushed the field on both stages.

He is disappointed for not having better legs to help Pogacar. In his mind, he was supposed to be better than the level he has shown this weekend

 

[tobydawq]

He is disappointed for not having better legs to help Pogacar. In his mind, he was supposed to be better than the level he has shown this weekend

Okay, that makes sense.

He must have overtaken quite a few riders on the climb yesterday, though. It was hard not to laugh a little when he showed up in fifth (I'm not accusing him of not riding for Pog by the way, I do think he tried as well as he could).