Cyclist Carapaz plans to omit the Vuelta a Espana, concentrating on the world championships instead.
Richard Carapaz Shifts Focus Away from Vuelta a España and Towards World Championships in Rwanda
Richard Carapaz, the former Olympic champion, will not participate in this year's Vuelta a España due to ongoing recovery from an illness. Instead, his focus for the rest of the season is on the Italian fall classics, especially Il Lombardia, and the World Championships in Rwanda later in September.
Carapaz had to stop training several times due to the illness, only able to train for brief periods of two to three days at a time. However, he stated in a team statement that he is almost fully recovered now. This recovery marks a significant shift in Carapaz's season goals, as he aims to prepare meticulously for the upcoming events.
The World Championships in Rwanda, scheduled from September 21, are a key focus for Carapaz. This is the first time the world championships are being staged in Africa, making it a significant opportunity for the Ecuadorian cyclist. In fact, Carapaz has expressed his excitement and motivation to train at altitude back in Ecuador in preparation for this event.
Carapaz's primary goals for the remaining part of the season also include the Italian classics, especially Il Lombardia. His victory in the road race gold medal in Tokyo added another significant achievement to his cycling career, and he is eager to repeat such successes.
EF Education-EasyPost, Carapaz's team, will likely need to adapt their strategies for the Vuelta a España without their star rider. The exact timeline of Carapaz's return to racing is not specified in the article, but his recovery and return to racing will be closely watched by fans and fellow competitors alike.
The absence of Carapaz from this year's Vuelta a Espana is a significant loss for the competition, given his previous successes. However, Carapaz's determination and resilience are evident in his shift of focus towards the World Championships in Rwanda and the Italian classics. His fans and supporters eagerly await his return to the racing scene.
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