Clearly the strongest team in the race, Jumbo-Visma was content to keep its riders 1-2-3 but there appeared to be no agreement who would end up where after Roglič upped the pace and eventually left everyone but Vingegaard behind - including Kuss, whose lead became smaller with every pedal stroke. Kuss entered the day 29 seconds ahead of second-placed Vingegaard and 1:33 ahead of Roglič in the third spot. This, in turn, meant that his team faced a problem of first-world proportions: throw the support behind nominal co-leaders Roglič and Vingegaard, or behind one of the most underrated riders in the sport? Publicly, the team and its top riders voiced support for the latter option but cracks in the plan started to show on Stage 17 to the mythical mountaintop finish at the Altu de L’Angliru. Kuss lost 1:29 and no more than 1:13 on the top GC riders he lost less than that on both Roglič (0:53) and Vingegaard (0:11).
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Not only did he pass the high mountain tests without showing many weaknesses, he also rode the time trial of his life on Stage 10 in Valladolid.
However, Kuss quickly proved that he had what it took to not just earn the red jersey - something he did on Stage 8 - but also keep it the rest of the way.
The fact that he was allowed to go on the attack in the first place was a reflection of his status as a perceived non-threat to other riders and teams. The sixth stage of the race to Observatorio Astrofísico de Javalambre saw Kuss join a breakaway and suddenly gain more than two on the pre-race favorites and quote-on-quote serious general classification riders. He did it at the Giro and the Tour, and he was supposed to do it at the Vuelta as well. His job was to support the leaders, oftentimes being the one to set up the final attack.
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With their Jumbo-Visma team taking both to Spain for the third and final Grand Tour of the year, the expectation was that it would be more of the same for Kuss: he would help them earn the win, just like he has throughout his career.ĭespite being one of the best mountain climbers in the peloton, the 29-year-old has been a so-called domestique for much of his pro career. He helped Roglič win the Giro d’Italia in May, and Vingegaard the Tour de France two months later. In fact, he raced all three of them this season. Your unforgettable BREAKAWAY experiences will be captured daily with photographs and videos by our team, so that you can relive and share all your best memories.īike valet service on request to keep your two wheels looking and feeling slickĬustom designed BREAKAWAY X GOBIK cycling jersey, bib shorts and socks valued at €250.Incredible scenes as Sepp Kuss secures #LaVuelta23 victory surrounded by teammates and family! /uTQUCyZWpP- NBC Sports Cycling September 16, 2023 Stretching and ‘body maintenance’ from our exercise physiologist throughout your tour as you wish! Whether it’s to get you ready for your L'Etape du Tour race OR unwind after your big day in the saddle. The support vehicle will accompany the BREAKAWAY peloton from start to finish and provide technical assistance or a lift home if you’ve had enough of turning the pedals. We provide personal pick up and drop off from Nice Airport.Īll luggage transfers provided by the BREAKAWAY Team We will also be providing special on course support and extra feed/ hydration stations for your L'Etape du Tour race day.įor a little on ride pick me up we include coffee stops at our favourite spots
To keep those pedals turning we will provide energy bars and drinks during your rides. Onsite fitness centre for post ride recoveryĭaily buffet breakfasts, light lunches, 3 evening meals, and your first drink, will be included as part of the pricing.
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