Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast Vuelta a España 2025 - Stage 9
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Aug 31, 2025 Excitement builds in Stage 9 of the Vuelta a España as hosts discuss breakaway tactics and the tension between individual ambitions and team strategies. The episode highlights key performances from Almeida and Vingegaard while critiquing riders who prioritize personal glory over team support. Weather challenges inspire a conversation about flexible workouts, and a recap of the Britannia Classic showcases remarkable climbing feats. Stay tuned for insights into the race's competitive landscape and strategies for upcoming stages.
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Passive Profile Hides Tactical Finale
- The profile to Valdez Caray was long and deceptively passive until a technical final climb, which discouraged early big moves.
- The stage's middle-long flat sections and shallow final pitch made tactical control by teams decisive.
Teams Controlled Break To Shape Finish
- Trek and Q36.5 actively kept the break small by placing riders and pacing the peloton.
- A five-rider break left no one contesting the intermediate sprint, hurting sprinters like Mads Pedersen.
Ayuso Dropped When Almeida Needed Help
- Benji criticized Juan Ayuso for dropping off early instead of supporting Almeida on a short climb.
- He argued Ayuso took a free pass rather than doing 15 minutes of team work to help GC, calling it indefensible.