Contestants Lipowitz and Roglic exhibit impressive performances during the Pyrenees segment.
In the upcoming mountain stages of the Pyrenees at the Tour de France 2025, the competition between four-time Vuelta winner Primož Roglič and up-and-coming cyclist Florian Lipowitz is expected to be fierce.
Primož Roglič, currently leading the German cycling team, is generally favoured due to his extensive experience and form in major mountain stages. With a proven track record in handling high-altitude climbs and consistently competing at the highest level, Roglič is a strong contender in mountainous terrains.
Roglič's status as a consistent General Classification (GC) contender, combined with his ability to stay with the leaders in mountain stages, makes him crucial for maintaining his position in the GC standings. His recent performances, including a solid showing in the first mountain top finish, further bolster his chances in the Pyrenees stages.
Florian Lipowitz, though showing strong performances and positioning himself well in the overall standings, might not yet have the same level of experience or consistency in major mountain stages as Roglič. However, Lipowitz has demonstrated his capability, impressing team officials with his sixth place in the time trial in Caen.
As the Pyrenees stages mark the first grueling mountain stages in the competition, the team's success will be determined by their performances in these tough fights. Red Bull Team Principal Ralph Denk is eagerly awaiting the performances of his two top riders, Florian Lipowitz and Primož Roglič, in these stages, which are preferred terrain for both cyclists.
The team will face a short but tough mountain time trial over 10.9 kilometers with a steep final climb to the airport in Peyragudes on Friday. In the upcoming stage to Hautacam, the team will cover 180.6 kilometers and face 3,850 meters of elevation.
Despite Roglič's position, Denk has expressed concerns following his crash and subsequent withdrawal from the Giro d'Italia. However, Denk has confidence in Roglič's class and honesty to discuss his performance if it's not going well. The goal of the team is to move forward with both riders, or at least one, in the Pyrenees stages.
As the Tour de France 2025 progresses, the performances of these two top riders will undoubtedly be a key factor in determining the team's success in the Pyrenees stages. The first indication of this success will likely be seen after these tough fights.
Other sports aside, the upcoming mountain stages of the Pyrenees at the Tour de France 2025 are highly anticipated due to the competition between Primož Roglič and Florian Lipowitz. While Roglič, with his extensive experience and form in major mountain stages, is the favored contender, Lipowitz's impressive performances and sixth place in the time trial in Caen suggest he could pose a challenge.
