Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast Milano - Sanremo 2026 Preview
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Mar 17, 2026 A lively preview of Milano–Sanremo’s decisive final 50km, with close looks at the Capo climbs, Cipressa and Poggio. The hosts explore how wind and drafting reshape attack chances and team positioning. They run through market odds, likely race scenarios and dark-horse contenders. The conversation closes with tactical picks and a quick shift to the key players and possibilities in the women's race.
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Wind Can Flip The Race Dynamics
- Wind and drafting massively change who can make a selection on Cipressa and Poggio; tailwind reduces attack benefit and headwind increases draft value.
- A 20kph cross-tail makes Cipressa harder and can favour attackers or keep groups together depending on direction.
UAE Positioning Is Crucial For Pogacar
- UAE Team Emirates' ability to position riders ahead of Cipressa has been the key factor in Pogacar's attacks the last two years.
- Missing specialists like Wellens and Narvaez reduces UAE's launch quality and positioning reliability.
Don't Share A 50–50 Relay After Cipressa
- Avoid riding a long 50–50 relay with an opponent after you open a gap on Cipressa because it hands them the energy advantage.
- If Pogacar gets a small gap, he should avoid co-pulling with Van der Poel on the valley approach.