The Cycling Podcast S13 Ep115: Stage 2 | Alba > Limone Piemonte | Vuelta a España
Aug 24, 2025
Experience the lively discussions on the Vuelta a España, filled with humor and insightful weather chats from Limone Piemonte. Delve into cycling culture, including local culinary delights and transfer rumors about cyclists like Juan Ayuso. Enjoy engaging stories of a young fan's enthusiasm for the race, alongside the emotional rollercoaster faced by riders. From dramatic crashes to triumphant victories, the hosts illuminate the thrilling dynamics of the competition, weaving in personal journeys and cultural anecdotes along the way.
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Haig On Injury And Market Uncertainty
- Jack Haig described lingering pain from a crash that hit his calf and ankle and planned a scan before tougher race days.
- He confirmed he remains unsigned for next year and described a slow rider market this season.
Wet Finale Sparked Selective GC Battle
- The race stayed largely calm for three hours until a wet finale created chaos and a selective uphill sprint.
- Teams like Lidl-Trek and Visma positioned GC riders to control the finale and neutralize risk.
Crash At Roundabout Shook Peloton
- A roundabout crash with about 30km to go involved Wout van Aert and Tom Pidcock and forced riders to change bikes.
- The slippery conditions caused more late crashes but no major GC withdrawals at that time.
