Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast Giro d'Italia 2025 - Stage 21
Jun 1, 2025
The hosts recap an emotional Stage 21 in Rome, blending celebratory elements with a desire for authentic racing. They discuss excitement levels across different stages, focusing on strategic breakaway formations and standout riders. Sprint dynamics take center stage as they analyze final-kilometer tactics, showcasing performances from sprinters like Groves and Koi. The debate over race formats continues, advocating for more thrilling sprint finishes to boost viewer engagement as they hint at major upcoming cycling events.
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Critique of Ceremonial Final Stage
- Patrick Broe dislikes last-day ceremonial procession stages in Grand Tours because they lack competitive racing.
- He views these stages as gimmicks that detract from the core excitement of cycling.
Breakaway Attempt in Final Stage
- The final stage saw a long breakaway including notable riders like Alessandro Verde and Enzo Paleni.
- Despite the effort, the break was caught six kilometers before the finish, leading to a sprint.
Sprint Dynamics on Wide Roads
- Wide roads and lack of corners in the sprint stage helped top sprinters like Van Aert maintain control.
- Sprint positioning battles significantly impacted the outcome, especially in uphill finishes.