Vuelta a España Vuelta a España 2024, stage 15: Infiesto - Cuitu Negru, 142.9k

[Valv.Piti]

I don't think Purito was so fat that he should count for two

My bad, I meant Contador of course. Purito was literally stronger than Contador on almost every MTF and murito, everything was the perfect storm for him to win that race. Insane he didn't, but then again, the guy managed to lose the Giro to freaking Ryder Hesjedal, so we shouldn't be too surprised. Still, that was absolute peak Purito Rodriguez, and in that sense I guess it was also peak Purito throwing a race he should have won.

 

[tobydawq]

My bad, I meant Contador of course. Purito was literally stronger than Contador on almost every MTF and murito, everything was the perfect storm for him to win that race. Insane he didn't, but then again, the guy managed to lose the Giro to freaking Ryder Hesjedal, so we shouldn't be too surprised. Still, that was absolute peak Purito Rodriguez, and in that sense I guess it was also peak Purito throwing a race he should have won.

Yeah, not many people have pissed away two GT wins in one year. At least he got his (first) monument that year to salvage the situation. But it is quite remarkable how similar his season that year is to Chaves' in 2016 on paper but how different it was in reality.

 

[Rob5091]

It all depends on Roglic's back. If it's still a problem a late stomp, if he feels better, a faster race with a slightly longer stomp.

 

[Berniece]

Roglic is in a position where he can afford winning the race doing what gets Remco piss*d off the most.

To be honest it pisses of most cycling fans besides Roglic fans

 

[stetre76]

What I'm wondering - if O'Connor can't keep up with Roglic, Mas, ... will Felix Gall be allowed to ride with them (if O'Connor is really having a bad day)

So far Gall looked way stronger on the mountains than O'Connor and I think he could follow the GC contenders....but will he be allowed to do so (not just on the last 2k, when it's clear O'Connnor is done)

 

[Valv.Piti]

What I'm wondering - if O'Connor can't keep up with Roglic, Mas, ... will Felix Gall be allowed to ride with them (if O'Connor is really having a bad day)

So far Gall looked way stronger on the mountains than O'Connor and I think he could follow the GC contenders....but will he be allowed to do so (not just on the last 2k, when it's clear O'Connnor is done)

I would be very disappointed if Gall wasn't allowed to just ride his own race at this point. Surely that should be their tactic now, O' Connor aint winning jackshit and I actually think that Gall still will overtake him despite losing time he shouldn't have.

 

[search]

Cian out with covid

https://twitter.com/x/status/1830142563371593963

View: https://x.com/vismaleaseabike/status/1830142563371593963

 

[Gigs_98]

I'm kinda hoping Roglic will have another wobble and Mas can profit this time around but chances are it's another stomp. I think this climb should actually suit Roglic really well.

 

[Coffeeplanter]

Cian out with covid

https://twitter.com/x/status/1830142563371593963

View: https://x.com/vismaleaseabike/status/1830142563371593963

'Guys, help me! My legs are feeling numb whenever I have to put in a big effort. What is happening to me!?''
> 'Do not worry, it's probably nothing. Just keep going.'

'Guys, I tested positive for covid, but I am feeling terrific. For the first time in weeks I could dig deep and be of worth to the team! I am so happy.'
> 'Pack your bags, boy. Time to go home.'

 

[Dazed and Confused]

I like to see O'Conner defending the jersey for another restday in red and hopefull Carapez won¨t tank.

 

[Rob5091]

'Guys, help me! My legs are feeling numb whenever I have to put in a big effort. What is happening to me!?''
> 'Do not worry, it's probably nothing. Just keep going.'

'Guys, I tested positive for covid, but I am feeling terrific. For the first time in weeks I could dig deep and be of worth to the team! I am so happy.'
> 'Pack your bags, boy. Time to go home.'

Yep, strange times indeed ...

 

[topcat]

If there are no gc attacks till the last 3 km, then I'm going back to the gymnastics forum.

 

[Samu Cuenca]

If there are no gc attacks till the last 3 km, then I'm going back to the gymnastics forum.

Will Guillaume Martin joining an early breakaway count as a GC attack?

 

[topcat]

Will Guillaume Martin joining an early breakaway count as a GC attack?

No and even Kuss in a breakaway would be borderline.

 

[staubsauger]

Actually Red Bull needs to chase and get Roglic into the red jersey IMHO!

Otherwise they risk some rest day magic and then Roglic can't get rid of O'Connor up towards Lagos de Covadonga!

 

[KZD]

Roglič to do another stomp and take the red jersey by a few seconds.

Mas, Landa, Rodriguez and Lipowitz to be the closest riders to him followed by the duo Gall/O'Connor.

 

[ice&fire]

Roglič to do another stomp and take the red jersey by a few seconds.

Mas, Landa, Rodriguez and Lipowitz to be the closest riders to him followed by the duo Gall/O'Connor.

Are Gall/O'Connor still a duo?

 

[Peyroteo94]

Having a teammate is very important in steep gradients too. Of course drafting is not relevant anymore but psychological support is huge specially when the leader is blowing. Everyone should see Dani Martinez helping Bernal in the Giro and say teammates are not important in steep gradients.

 

[RedheadDane]

Asgreen and deer- fighter Juaristi on the attack.
Joined by more people.

 

[topcat]

Bora showing in the first 2km they want this stage

Asgreen and deer- fighter Juaristi on the attack.
Joined by more people.

Brawl.

 

[Potomac]

Roglic to take every bonus second available today

 

[AmRacer]

Carnage

 

[QueenStagiaire]

Peloton has split now

 

[AmRacer]

BOC dropped

 

[saunaking]

bonkers!