Jonas Vingegaard ATTACKS Sepp Kuss on the Tourmalet | Vuelta a Espana 2023 Stage 13 with Lanterne Rouge
Video Jonas Vingegaard ATTACKS Sepp Kuss on the Tourmalet | Vuelta a Espana 2023 Stage 13 with Lanterne Rouge
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Jonas Vingegaard ATTACKS Sepp Kuss on the Tourmalet | Vuelta a Espana 2023 Stage 13
The Queen Stage of this year’s Welter and Yambo Visma put on an exhibition of attacks, as the stage started in Spain but crossed into France for the majority of the stage climbs that will be familiar to Tour de France watchers. Last year, the descent is where Pogacha crashed, and then the famous Tolma Lade approached from the west side. The last two climbs are very steep, over 2100 meters in altitude, presenting a big test for the red jersey, who is 26 seconds out of the lead. The stage had its share of drama and excitement, with multiple lead changes and unexpected outcomes.
The Beginning of the Stage
The stage began with a 10-minute climb, but it wasn’t enough to get a breakaway going. Despite Barday attempting to go ahead on the descent, it was mostly locked down as it wasn’t technical enough for a successful break. The real action came on the Obesic where the break needed to form, and riders were trying to make their move. The pace was stop-start, as teams like Yambo Visma were monitoring the breakaway attempts, with Kelderman and his domestics pacing and keeping a close eye on the other riders. Thomas Pidcock was looking strong until Joao Almeida started struggling, leading to Yambo Visma increasing the pace.
The Climbing
As the race progressed, the tension mounted, and the climbers battled it out on the steep ascents. On the second-to-last climb, Bahrain attempted an attack on the descent, and the red jersey, Set Coos, tagged onto the back of the lead group. Mikhail Landa and Caruso led the charge, with Jonas Vingegaard trying to join them and Pagacar attempting multiple attacks to close the gap. It was a relentless battle on the ascent, with each rider pushing their limits to gain an advantage.
The Final Showdown
With the finish line in sight, the riders faced the challenge of the final climb to 2100 meters. Vingegaard made a decisive move, with Coos and Roglic closely behind. The stage became a battleground, as the riders fought for position and the coveted red jersey. Vingegaard’s relentless pace put pressure on the other riders, and the stage set the stage for a thrilling finish.
The Victory
In the end, Vingegaard emerged victorious, with Coos maintaining his red jersey and Roglic not far behind. The stage was a triumph for Team Yambo Visma, as they secured the top three positions. However, the stage was a disappointment for riders like Evenepoel and Almeida, who fell out of the top positions on the general classification. It was a day of highs and lows, with unexpected outcomes and intense battles on the mountain.
Looking Ahead
As the stage came to a close, the focus turned to the upcoming challenges and the potential for further disruptions in the general classification. With Team Yambo Visma holding a commanding lead, the question on everyone’s mind was whether anyone could put them under pressure in the next stage. The stage had set the stage for an exciting showdown in the days to come, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter of the Welter.
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