Teams & Riders Tadej Pogačar discussion thread

[Froome]

But he races always like this in hilly races. Today is the same, he will not help Pogacar because he can't position himself. If he doesn't work on stage 4, I will start to question his loyalty (and Ayuso too).

It's hard for me to believe Almeida can't position himself on a climb like that. If we were talking about a flat section of the stage, then i agree Almeida can't position himself well, but on a climb like that, he could certainly move up in the group until the head of the small peloton.

 

[yaf]

What's up with me?
I have an allergy to foolish posts. That's all.

But its more allergic quoting last years giro podium finisher's ridiculous comment believing he would do it

 

[Salvarani]

Don't give importance to the interviews. What is more important is the actions in the road.

Yeah, we should ignore what the riders say to be able to support and back our own made up stories. That what we think we see or wants to see is what is actually happening.

 

[Froome]

Yeah, we should ignore what the riders say to be able to support and back our own made up stories. That what we think we see or wants to see is what is actually happening.

The riders will always say what's best for they're personal image.

 

[Salvarani]

The riders will always say what's best for they're personal image.

What you are saying is just some conspiracy theories and pushing it is just trolling, which seems to be allowed. Fair enough.

 

[Krzysztof_O]

Definitely something caused UAE to drop their pace. Was it planned before? I don't think so. It could be associated with Ayuso's apparent weakness. It's true that Ayuso's never worked for Pogacar before (despite being in UAE for the 3rd season) and there are some doubts regarding his sacrifice (if needed). Time will tell, we will know more shortly. I wouldn't doubt Almeida yet, his actions in TdS and comments indicate he should be a loyal super-dom. We don't know what were their team orders, maybe it wasn't to be Almeida's turn and afterwards they decided to stop pushing.

 

[Salvarani]

Definitely something caused UAE to drop their pace. Was it agreed before? I don't think so. It could be associated with Ayuso's apparent weakness. It's true that Ayuso's never worked for Pogacar before (despite being in UAE for the 3rd season) and there are some doubts regarding his sacrifice (if needed). Time will tell. I wouldn't doubt Almeida yet. We don't know what were their team orders, maybe it wasn't to be Almeida's turn.

Dont think it was more than seeing that not much have happened with the main guys and then feeling like it was enough for the day. Putting the foot off the gas and saving the energy for another day where it could be needed.

Other stuff is just pure conspiracies set out to troll and slander the character of riders.

 

[Peyroteo94]

I think UAE and Pogacar have a problem, who is going to work first? Ayuso or Almeida. It seems obvious (until this moment) Almeida is stronger but Ayuso has more influence in UAE. A tough choice for Matxin.

 

[Krzysztof_O]

I think UAE and Pogacar have a problem, who is going to work first? Ayuso or Almeida. It seems obvious (until this moment) Almeida is stronger but Ayuso has more influence in UAE. A tough choice for Matxin.

Rock, paper, scissors should do. UAE is experienced in this.

 

[James M]

I think UAE and Pogacar have a problem, who is going to work first? Ayuso or Almeida. It seems obvious (until this moment) Almeida is stronger but Ayuso has more influence in UAE. A tough choice for Matxin.

I think its so far blown out of proportion I dont fail to see the concern just that its far to early to tell especially considering the articles about Ayuso beenig ill should be considererd this early. But it might turn out to be, we will see in a while. Pogacar is fine for now.

 

[Salvarani]

I think UAE and Pogacar have a problem, who is going to work first? Ayuso or Almeida. It seems obvious (until this moment) Almeida is stronger but Ayuso has more influence in UAE. A tough choice for Matxin.

The race will decide that. Who is the strongest. Impossible to know that now. To decide an order for later stages.

They will analyze data every day and speak to the riders.

 

[Monte Serra]

Pogačar calling out Pidcock for his BS:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1807368211676971277

View: https://x.com/itvcycling/status/1807368211676971277

 

[James M]

Pogačar calling out Pidcock for his BS:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1807368211676971277

View: https://x.com/itvcycling/status/1807368211676971277

haha best reply legendary

 

[Peyroteo94]

Pogačar calling out Pidcock for his BS:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1807368211676971277

View: https://x.com/itvcycling/status/1807368211676971277

Ouch!

 

[meat puppet]

Vingo has been in the bacta tank for months. Underestimate him at your peril.

Prescient post.

 

[Peyroteo94]

His kryptonite is back!

 

[Peyroteo94]

I'm sure he is not that confident anymore.

 

[Peyroteo94]

I'm curious to see how will they approach stage 4.

 

[Jack_89]

In my opinion, Pocagar "paid" ( it's a big word btw) for overconfidence. Refused to make the race hard, thinking a late attack was sufficient ( notice he also attacked in the almost flat section). But Jonas...ruined the plan showing a surprisingly great shape.
I paid overconfidence myself tbh on my prediction

 

[velaso montador]

Can't help but notice he once again waits until the easy part of the climb to attack.

I don't think Vingegaard was that easy, and it doesn't help when you attack where drafting makes 80W difference instead of 20W difference.

100% agree he attacked basicly at the top I found that wierd and dont know what to think off that its not the best if he wanted to gain time and felt comfortable!

 

[snipeheem]

Chillout guys. Today he just test him, at stage 4 the goat will put a hammer on vingo

 

[gregrowlerson]

I'm sure he is not that confident anymore.

He actually looks a bit stunned and depressed. He'll be worried that Vingegaard could stay with him there. He really is his arch nemesis.

 

[velaso montador]

But my suspicion is right look at G.Thomas and how chanceless he is after the giro its historically proven so many times how hard that double is, so Pogacar gonne struggle make no mistake about it I think if not I would be utterly shocked.

 

[Salvarani]

I'm sure he is not that confident anymore.

I dont think he assumed anything less than a very tough battle.

 

[Screecher]

You could argue he spent a bit more energy than he should've (and not for the first time) but damn he's entertaining to watch.