Challenges and Frustrations at the Tour de France

The chapter explores the difficulties faced by the Alpecin team during the Tour de France, focusing on communication issues, performance setbacks, and the pressure to deliver results. It delves into the tension within the team, the impact of external influences like the Netflix series 'Unchained', and the stress on a cyclist to live up to expectations and justify a new contract. The episode highlights a cyclist's struggles with an underperforming lead-out team and the limited opportunities to overcome setbacks in the remaining stages of the race.

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