Just like the Critérium du Dauphiné, the Tour of Switzerland is a warm-up for the Tour de France, but even then it's pure stage racing Eye candyWhether because of the stunning scenery or because of the strong field of participants. Since the Tour de Suisse is also the precursor to La Grande Boucle, the level is certainly not up to par. The stunning alpine scenery is a treat for climbers, although the early stages also offer opportunities for specialist sprinters.
After an introduction of just under 5 kilometers into the streets vadose (Liechtenstein) Sunday, return leg Regensdorf Already have a few ramps in store. The final climb of the day may throw runners' plans into disarray.
Middle school on Tuesday Steinmore And Rushlikon On paper it is the easiest of the Tour de Suisse. Most of the journey is – by Swiss standards – quite flat, only towards the end does it climb a bit. It seemed that the last 800 meters were the prey of the boxers.
Hard work follows the fourth stage on Wednesday. The long climb of Gotthard Pass It should form the backdrop for the first confrontation between the two contenders for final victory. Who is the favorite to make the first holes at just over 2000 metres?
The names roared at first
Yet another uphill finish curry The next day, the general classification should be in place on Friday. In the sixth stage, the peloton crosses Novinen Pass The highest point of this year's race stage, before the arduous climb to Platten-Belalp Introduces himself.
During Saturday's ride, the peloton will feel like they are on a roller coaster. There are three ascents on the programme, including the final ascent to Villars-sur-Ollon. This will be the last chance to buy time before the final trial. This 15km time trial should appeal to climbers' legs, given the gradient.
This time too, a selection of the best riders will appear at the start. Title holder Matthias Schilmoz There will be competition from Richard Carapaz, Egan Bernal, Lenny Martinez, Joao Almedia, Enrique Mas and Tom Pidcock. Among other things Maxim van Giles, Arnaud de Lee And Tibau Nice Defending the Belgian colours. After his retirement during the Tour of Italy Sian OutDebricks The season resumes at this stage of the race.
Radio program on Pickx+ Sports 1 channel:
- Phase 1 (June 9): 3:00 PM – +/- 5:40 PM
- Phase 2 (June 10): 3:00 PM – +/- 5:40 PM
- Stage 3 (June 11): 3:00 PM – +/- 5:40 PM
- Stage 4 (June 12): 3:00 PM – +/- 5:40 PM
- Phase 5 (June 13): 3:00 PM – +/- 5:40 PM
- Stage 6 (June 14): 2:00 PM – +/- 4:40 PM
- Stage 7 (June 15): 2:50 PM – +/- 6:00 PM
- Stage 8 (June 16): 3:00 PM – +/- 5:40 PM
Follow the Tour of Switzerland live from June 9 to 16 on Pickx+ Sports 1, available on Pickx Sports TV option from Proximus. Enjoy the day's highlights every evening in the “Musette” magazine on Pickx+.
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