Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast Giro d'Italia 2025 - Stage 16
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May 27, 2025 The hosts dive into the intense 200-kilometer mountain stage filled with steep climbs and strategic racing. Heavy rains led to notable crashes and crucial breakaways, impacting rider performance and team strategies. They discuss the tactical maneuvers of teams like Astana and spotlight key climbs, with a focus on the rivalry between Yates and Carapaz. The challenges faced by younger cyclists are highlighted, along with the anticipation surrounding Richard Carapaz's potential triumph in the next stages. Overall, the complexities of cycling dynamics and leadership unfold amid fierce competition.
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UAE's Tactical Shift Today
- UAE did not chase the breakaway today and let it go, unlike their usual tight pacing.
- This showed a tactical shift, letting others try for the win while conserving energy.
Roglic's Crash and Abandonment
- Primoz Roglic crashed again and abandoned the race after multiple crashes this Giro.
- His repeated crashes affected his performance and eliminated him from contention.
Yates Exposes UAE's Climbing Weakness
- Simon Yates's stop-start pacing exposed weaknesses in UAE's climbing squad.
- Lack of strong climbing domestiques hurt UAE’s ability to respond to attacks.