INEOS All-In for Egan Bernal in Horrible Conditions | Paris-Nice 2024 Stage 7 with Lanterne Rouge
Video INEOS All-In for Egan Bernal in Horrible Conditions | Paris-Nice 2024 Stage 7 with Lanterne Rouge
Video INEOS All-In for Egan Bernal in Horrible Conditions | Paris-Nice 2024 Stage 7 with Lanterne Rouge YouTube Channel.
INEOS All-In for Egan Bernal in Horrible Conditions | Paris-Nice 2024 Stage 7
Lanterne Rouge: A Thrilling Day in the GC Battle in Parin
The stage in Parin promised to be a significant day in the general classification battle, with the potential for attacks from the top contenders. However, the gradual finish meant that a knockout blow was unlikely on such terrain. At the start of the day, McNalty was in the leader’s jersey, holding a 23-second lead over Jorgenson and a 34-second advantage over Pla RTO. The weather conditions added another dimension to the stage, as the snowy weather forced a revision to finish on a less demanding climb, limiting the opportunities for serious climbs leading up to the final ascent on Ladon D.
Despite the challenging weather conditions with rain and 8-degree temperatures, the riders pushed on, with teams like Ineos controlling the breakaway early on. The stage began with Benjamin Tomar and Yobs uh leading the way for Bernal, while Trenton cops kept a close eye on the peloton from the motorbike. The standing water on the roads made the descents tricky, but teams like Visma and Quickstep worked together to ensure a safe passage for the riders. Remco and Lampard even went clear at one point, showing their skill and teamwork on the challenging terrain.
As the race progressed, the gradual climb leading to the finish saw the teams jockeying for position to set their leaders up for success. With the rulers doing the leadout to maintain a good position, riders like Vaka and RCO worked together to control the pace. However, as the climb continued, it became apparent that attacks were not easy to execute on such terrain. Riders like Jensen, Katan, and RIT made their moves, but the pace slowed as groups bunched up, making it difficult for any significant gaps to form.
With an intermediate sprint approaching, the pace picked up, with Bernal making a move to secure bonus seconds. However, Van Wilder’s presence for Remco showed that the young rider was still in contention. As the final kilometers approached, Vlasov made a perfectly timed counter-attack, catching the favorites off guard. With RIT defending and Vlasov gaining a significant gap, it became clear that the stage win was up for grabs.
In the final kilometers, Remco made his move, leaving McNalty struggling to respond. Jorgenson and Roglic stayed with Remco, while McNalty fought to close the gap. With Vlasov securing the stage win, the battle for the overall classification intensified. McNalty managed to hold onto the lead by a slim margin of 4 seconds, with Jorgenson and Skelos close behind. The stage set the stage for an exciting final day in Parin, with the potential for any of the top riders to take the overall victory.
Looking ahead to the final stage, the top contenders are set for a showdown on the challenging terrain. With the race still wide open, teams like Bor will be looking to be aggressive with their numbers to secure the win. The battle for the overall victory remains intense, with every second counting as the riders push themselves to their limits in pursuit of glory. As the GC battle heats up, fans can expect an action-packed finale in Parin.
In conclusion, the day in Parin was a thrilling showcase of the talent and determination of the top riders in the general classification battle. Despite the challenging weather conditions and terrain, the riders pushed themselves to the limits, leaving everything on the road in pursuit of victory. With the race still wide open heading into the final stage, the stage is set for a dramatic conclusion to the battle for the Lanterne Rouge.
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