Not that I think Del Toro is the clear favorite for this race, but I find it funny how so many people just assume as a fact that the Mexican won’t be riding at the level of the biggest stars for at least part of the season.
For all we know, he could be a generational talent, and it wouldn’t be surprising at all if he takes another big step up this year. I was already going to say it yesterday, today is just another warning.
Let’s see if it’s not already in 2026 that he officially turns into a monster.
I think the discussion is more about Remco. If he wants to take another step forward this year and aim for win the Tour in the comming year's (not this year), he needs to start as a favorite in the races where Pogacar and Vineggaard aren't competing, and not have any doubts about whether he'll be able to perform well on that mountain tomorrow.
In his thread, we've been reading for months that this is the objective, but there's still some fear that he won't be able to win tomorrow.
I think he will win tomorrow, but at the same time, I don't think he'll beat Vineggaard in the Tour or be near.
But if they start with doubts about not giving him the favoritism for this races, then it's difficult to support what they say about him improving his chances in the Tour or against Pogacar in other races.
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