Stargazing among the sprinters
The list of contenders for the stage win today is long. Very long. Many strong (sprinter) names came down to our homeland, partly because the Vuelta is too difficult for the real sprint bombs. This Renewi Tour is also the perfect preparation with the European Championships in Limburg in mind, where all the fast men are present.
We have indicated in fluorescent on the start sheet: Belgians Jasper Philipsen, Arnaud De Lie, Tim Merlier and Gerben Thijssen all have a chance at the main bird. The latter is supported by Bini Girmay, who has only just returned from Eritrea.
From abroad they face competition from big names such as Olav Kooij, Jonathan Milan, Dylan Groenewegen, Sam Welsford, Sam Bennett, Fabio Jakobsen, Phil Bauhaus, Juan Molano, Fernando Gaviria and Elia Viviani. Quite a mouthful.
Of course we can’t ignore Mathieu van der Poel. The world champion is starting his last weeks in the rainbow jersey, which he undoubtedly wants to give some extra shine. Although today it will serve as a workman’s outfit for leader Philipsen.
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