Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast Intermarché - Wanty 2025 Preview
Dec 15, 2024
The podcast dives deep into the strategic planning for the Intermarché - Wanty team as they gear up for 2025. Highlights include an analysis of the previous season's performances, particularly Binyam Girmay's Tour de France success. Listeners can expect discussions on upcoming talent and transfer strategies, including promising young riders. The hosts examine team dynamics and budget constraints while speculating on strategies for major races like the Giro and Tour de France, adding excitement with predictions and insights on emerging stars.
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Biniam Girmay's Key Impact
- Intermarché-Wanty's 2024 victories decreased to 13 from 20 in 2023.
- The season was defined largely by Biniam Girmay's three Tour de France stage wins and green jersey.
Challenging Tour De France Repeat
- Girmay's Tour de France sprint successes rode on absence of top-tier sprinters.
- It's unlikely he replicates this level next year due to stronger competition.
Youth Potential and Setbacks
- Young riders like Busato and others show promising talent but inconsistent progress.
- Some riders' injuries also limited their 2024 impact, restraining team development.