In a couple of days the UCI Road World Championships in Zurich start. We first have some para-cycling, but in Sunday afternoon it's already time for the Men's Elite Individual Time Trial.
The 2024 Men's Elite Time Trial begins in Oerlikon, a bustling district in Zurich known for its vibrant energy. Riders will face a challenging route with an elevation gain of 413 meters, which includes a significant climb that will test their endurance and pacing. The climb, while not the steepest, demands sustained effort and careful management of power output, which makes it a challenge, especially in the latter stages of the race where fatigue will play a major role.
The course finishes at Sechseläutenplatz, a scenic square near Lake Zurich, offering a spectacular setting for the race’s conclusion. The mix of urban complexity and hill difficulty makes this time trial both technical and exciting.
Profile
The 46 km time trial isn't technical, and doesn't have a lot of corners, besides the descent. It has three intermediate time checks, spaced about 10-14 km apart, providing ample data points to gauge how each rider is performing throughout the race.
Climb to the top of Uetikon am See
This is where we'll see some riders make a difference, and others will have to try to limit their losses.
Mittelberg
Since this comes right after a descent, they'll practically fly over that first climbing part. I don't expect the heavier riders to lose much time here.
Weather
The weather seems to be looking good at the moment. A nice 22 degrees with sunny intervals and a slight wind.
Top Competitors
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