Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast The Holy Week Is Here & Relegation Battle Heats Up | LRCP Weekly #10
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Apr 8, 2025 This week in cycling, a heated debate over whether Flanders outshined Milano-Sanremo unfolds. The hosts recap thrilling races while highlighting safety concerns from recent crashes. Team dynamics and performance expectations spark discussions on strategies for upcoming challenges. As teams like Astana fight for survival in the World Tour relegation battle, speculations about transfers and future races heat up. Plus, predictions for the Scheldeprijs race bring excitement, analyzing sprinter tactics and potential winners.
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Flanders vs. MSR
- Tour of Flanders 2023 was exciting because of unexpected outcomes, like the return of riders like Stuyven and Van Aert.
- This made it more enjoyable than Milano-Sanremo, where the outcome felt predictable.
Improved Classics Season
- The men's 2023 classics season has improved, with more exciting races and closer finishes.
- The tension created by these closer battles is more engaging than the predictable 50km solo breakaways.
Women's Classics Analysis
- Women's classics have been less exciting in 2023 due to predictable outcomes and passivity in the peloton.
- Lotte Kopecky's dominance and SD Worx's strength make races less suspenseful.