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Lead-out Consonni sums up dynamics between Lidl-Trek/Milan and the competition in one phrase
CyclingFriday, 17 May 2024 at 15:05
For the third time in this Giro d'Italia, Jonathan Milan, representing Lidl-Trek, emerged victorious. The Italian powerhouse secured his easiest stage win so far in the thirteenth stage, thanks to a truly perfect lead-out from his supermarket-backed team.
Every team knew it, every team wanted it, but it was Lidl-Trek that took control in the technical last five kilometers of this Giro stage. Daan Hoole strung the peloton into a single line, followed by Jasper Stuyven, Edward Theuns and Simone Consonni bringing Milan into perfect position. The man in the points jersey then powered straight to the finish, making it look easy, despite an earlier moment of panic when he was one of the few caught off guard in the crosswinds.
Lead-out Consonni was the first to speak to Eurosport. "Amazing," was the first word that came to the fellow Italian’s mind. "It’s not about me or Jonathan, but the entire team. We were taking a pee break when the crosswinds split the peloton, but we managed to come back and finish it off. That was very good work, but also a kind of warm-up. In the end, everything went as planned," concluded the mustachioed Italian with a big smile, encapsulating Lidl-Trek's strength.
Hoole was also pleased. "It's super cool to win after this perfect lead-out. Jasper did an incredibly long stint up front, then Edward and Simone brought Milan to the end. As the fastest sprinter, he could then finish it off... Really great. Earlier, the whole team was taking a break when INEOS split the peloton, but we stuck together. That was a bit of a nervous moment."
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Milan: "The way the guys rode... Incredible"
Finisher Milan then stepped forward for the flash interview, where he also reflected on the crosswinds. "I had just stopped and was coming back when the crosswinds split the peloton at the front. My guys, as always, did an amazing job. We rode full throttle to catch the front part of the peloton and then positioned ourselves at the front. I did some work myself, but maybe only three or four turns. The other guys did the bulk of the work."
"I was delivered to the finish in a perfect position," continued the man in purple. "We knew we had to be in the last corner with Simone, 400 meters from the end. And that's exactly how it went. I think the way we rode today is incredible... How everyone took the lead, kept me in position and gave everything for our goal. Everyone believes in it and this is the result. Again, I’m very happy, but especially proud of my team."
Fernando Gaviria also served as an additional lead-out. "I know he likes to go for it early, so I could use his slipstream and pass him."
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- Well explained, thanks for the clarity! Daniel DantasDanieldantas20-12-2024
- This is the kind of 'news' that belongs in a cheap tabloid. No matter how boring the offseason gets, nobody wants to read this.
santiagobenites19-12-2024 - I wish we could have seen him try. He'd absolutely get dropped before Pogi overtakes his domestiquesVeganpotter10-12-2024
- Talk is cheap! Next year barring crashes with a healthy team... all well be on track! Some need to talk to make a headline!mootman27-11-2024
- I do not see this event listed on HBO Max Sports Online? Can anyone confirm? Thanks!
MrYuck23-11-2024 - It seemed that he was focusing forward at the time of the crash, after seeing a quick video snippet. But one thing I think he should focus on more intently is breaking a bad habit he has, right now. And that is his constant looking over his shoulders. He does that so much, that I am very sure it is not good for him. Simply watch videos of the greats of CX and you will see very little of that constant looking over their shoulders. That is a behavior that betrays a bit of insecurity on his part. He shouldn't be so concerned, incessantly, about what is over his shoulder. He needn't worry they didn't all disappear. He neds to keep his focus more ahead of himself, and he needs to pay a bit more attention to himself, in a confident manner. It is very frustrating to watch, because it is apparent that he has a lot of potential, and is in much better shape thwan many of his competitors, but the mental game needs to be sharpened more, because that part of strategy plays a huge part in the final results
reemmo022-11-2024 - hahahaha love this shit! I didnt even watched the race, but reading all the gossip articles of how stupid this is!Zatoichi19-11-2024
- Van Aert is really handsome. He can influence me all day! Ditto for Philipsen. Why do you think many of us love cycling?: to see heroic attempts at climbing mountains at high altitudes or to watch speedsters sprint for the finish line or to watch a human being ride at break neck speed down a tricky descent? No, it's all about their lean physiques and muscular legs. (apologies for objectifying these dedicated and amazing athletes).BarwonHeadsUp25-10-2024
- It is unfortunate that the author can't feel the joy that Pogacar brings to the sport and his fans who are legion and I for one feel lucky to have watched such a memorable performance and historic season From the Strada until yesterday with multiple wins in stages in both tours and beyond dominance in the World's. He is proud to wear the Rainbow stripes, shows his leadership to protect his fellows and is as courteous and sportsman-like as the sport allows. He goes early to not have to respond to each attack as all the rest would make him do it. Any racer who could would do the same. Don't "grow tired" of greatness as it is always fleeting.ccrider13-10-2024
- What load of rubbish. Pog is likely a once in a generation cyclist, the like of which hasn't been seen since 'the Cannibal '. How many people were complaining that Merckx was making racing predictable? I remember this year's World RR as one of the most exciting I've watched. Mainly BECAUSE Pog was the favourite and launched what everyone thought (Pog included) was a suicidal attack with 80km to go. For the next 2 hours, I was on the edge of my seat thinking "this is too much, even for Pog". Maybe Zonnefeld prefers the snooze-fest that is a bunch sprint? Like most people I know, I can't watch two hours of the bunch riding very fast... I wait for the final 5km and watch just the sprint. In any event, most races are won from a sprint or lone break. What difference does it make who makes the lone break? Ultimately, the other contenders will have to figure out a way to beat Pog. Even if that means collaboration between teams. It's going to be an exciting few seasons, until the next Pog arrives on the scene. If this is boring, heaven knows what exciting looks like!Michael513-10-2024