THEMOVE Is UAE's Playing the Long Game? | Vuelta a España Stage 4 Analysis & Stage 5 Preview | THEMOVE+
Aug 26, 2025
Ben Turner stunned everyone with a surprising sprint victory in the fourth stage of the Vuelta a España, while David Gaudu seized the overall lead. The hosts highlight the impressive teamwork of Ineos, celebrating their resilience and camaraderie. They delve into evolving cycling strategies, especially how UAE and Israel Premier Tech are adapting their game plans. With a crucial team time trial on the horizon, they dissect top contenders and discuss racing dynamics, including the impact of quick decision-making during sprint finishes.
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Last-Minute Call-Up Pays Off
- Ben Turner abandoned a concurrent race, flew to Italy last-minute, and started the Vuelta the next day.
- Four days later he won Stage 4, marking a rapid and unexpected turnaround in form.
Veteran Teammate Emotion Reveals Team Bond
- Michał Kwiatkowski was visibly emotional on the finish line after Ben Turner won, despite his own palmares.
- His reaction highlighted Turner’s popularity and the team's morale boost from the victory.
Ineos’ New Race Philosophy Works
- Ineos shifted tactics this season away from the old 'control-and-finish' model to racing more opportunistically.
- That change unlocked unexpected wins from long‑standing team riders who were previously underused.