THEMOVE Has Tadej Pogačar's Crash Blown This Race Open? | Tour de France 2025 Stage 11 | THEMOVE
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Jul 16, 2025 Diaa Nour, Founder and CEO of Ventum Bikes, joins the conversation to unveil the cutting-edge innovations behind the new Ventum Tempest time trial bike, designed for optimal aerodynamics and performance. The team discusses the thrilling developments in the Tour de France, including Jonas Abrahamsen's remarkable victory and the implications of Tadej Pogačar's crash on race dynamics. Expect insights on the fierce competition and essential strategies as the cyclists gear up for the challenging mountain stages ahead.
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Psychology of Breakaway vs Chase
- A slower chase group likely hesitated because riders feared exhausting themselves before facing rivals in the final sprint.
- The front group rode full effort, knowing they would still face strong contenders if caught.
Pogačar's Late Crash Incident
- Tadej Pogačar crashed with four kilometers to go, struggled to fix his bike, but quickly rejoined the race.
- The main GC group chose to sit up and wait instead of taking advantage for time gains.
Etiquette After a Rival's Crash
- Respect the etiquette of not attacking rivals immediately after a crash.
- Waiting builds mutual respect and sportsmanship among riders.