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Is Paul Seixas Already a Top-5 Rider? | Strade Bianche Preview | THEMOVE+

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Mar 6, 2026
A lively breakdown of Strade Bianche’s route, key favorites, and the steep Siena finish. A close look at Paul Seixas’s rapid rise and whether he already ranks among the elite. Tactical talk on UAE Team dynamics, leadout roles, and spoiler scenarios like crashes or punctures. Quick previews of the upcoming Paris–Nice GC battle and a star-studded Tirreno-Adriatico lineup.
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INSIGHT

UAE's Formula Makes Pogacar The Default Favorite

  • Strade Bianche suits Tadej Pogacar because UAE controls the race, strings it out, and Pogacar attacks on the steep gravel climbs.
  • Spencer notes Pogacar's team-led formula turned him into a near-automatic favorite with three wins in four years.
ADVICE

Preview The Actual Gravel Sectors Before Race Day

  • Preview key sectors in person when possible to assess handling and course-specific demands.
  • Johan is riding Monte Santa Maria before the race to test the gravel and corners where attacks usually happen.
ADVICE

Be In Pole Position When Races Open Up

  • Rivals must be positioned near the front to seize opportunities when luck or incidents strike UAE.
  • Johan emphasizes being 'in pole position' because crashes or punctures are the realistic openings for outsiders.
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