Does Remco Evenepoel Have a Future as a TdF GC Contender? | Tour de France 2025 Stage 13 | THEMOVE

Jul 18, 2025

Tadej Pogačar showcased an incredible time trial performance, winning Stage 13 with a challenging ascent. The crew discusses Pogačar's potential for more stage victories and debates Remco Evenepoel's future as a Grand Tour contender. They analyze the mental and physical challenges faced by elite cyclists during time trials and the importance of strategy in the race. Additionally, they explore how equipment choices, nutrition, and even clothing color can impact performance on the bike.

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INSIGHT

Pogacar's Dominance on Road Bike

Tadej Pogacar dominated the uphill time trial with a powerful performance despite starting on a road bike.
His exceptional wattage and pacing left rivals like Jonas and Remco far behind.

INSIGHT

Specialized's Equipment Limits TT

Specialized does not have a dedicated aero time trial bike, so riders like Remco Evenepoel choose a road bike instead.
This makes equipment choices critical, as seen with riders adjusting for comfort and weight in uphill TTs.

ANECDOTE

Evenepoel's Mental and Physical Struggles

Remco Evenepoel appeared demoralized and struggled in the uphill TT despite being the world and Olympic time trial champion.
Pressure and self-imposed expectations weigh heavily on his Tour de France campaign.

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Lance, George, Sir Bradley Wiggins, and Spencer Martin (aka “The Professor”) break down Tadej Pogačar’s incredible time trial performance on Stage 13 of the Tour de France, which featured a brutal ascent of Peyragudes and marked his fourth stage win of this race—and the 21st of his career. The crew discusses what this dominant ride means for the remainder of the Tour, how many more stages Pogačar could realistically win over the final eight, whether Remco Evenepoel still has a future as a GC contender, and how Jonas Vingegaard and Visma should approach the rest of the race. Before signing off, they preview tomorrow’s critical mountain time trial and take a few listeners’ questions.

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