Lance Amrstrong Switches Loyalties as Major Upset for Defending Tour-De-France Champion Goes Down in History
Follow Us
Former pro-cyclist Lance Armstrong missed the bet on the Slovenian pro-cyclist for the victory in the Grand Tour. As the first American to win the championship in 1986, “LeMonster” raised the banner for the globalization of the sport. Armstrong was one of the best riders that America produced after that. Aspiring young riders globally, the American cyclists emerged as the role model in the late 90s and early 2000s. Armstrong notably dominated the Tour-de-France with a record seven straight victories.
Now, as this year’s Grand Tour de France got its winner, Armstrong drew attention with his prediction of the 2023 Tour winner’s name, was it a correct guess?
Cycling star points at the winner, here’s how it turned out
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
The three-week cycling championship to eye the stage title came to an end, with Denmark pro Jonas Vingegaard winning stage 16 by 1.63 min. He shared proximity with his Slovenian rival Tadej Pogacar who won the 2020 and 2021 Tour titles. While keeping a close note of the earlier stage performance, Armstrong revealed his guess about Pogacar’s winning in his latest podcast.
Trending
Shaq Warns Lakers Locker Room Of Jeanie Buss Game Plan If Darvin Ham & Co Fail Vs Nuggets
April 24, 2024 09:42 PM EDT
Exclusive: After Claiming He Can Beat Caitlin Clark 1v1, Iowa’s No.1 NFL Draft Prospect Cooper DeJean Comes Clean
April 25, 2024 03:12 PM EDT
Despite Strained Relationship, Gabby Douglas and Simone Biles Are on a Similar Journey With Their Struggles
April 25, 2024 01:46 PM EDT
Why Is Olivia Dunne Under Fire for Code Violation?
April 24, 2024 06:21 PM EDT
‘RIP’ – Heartbroken Brother of John McEnroe Mourns ESPN Legend’s Tragic Death Who Last Tweeted About Coco Gauff
April 21, 2024 02:43 PM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
However, he stated, “Nobody saw it coming” further adding that he likes being wrong about the ever-changing power position in the Tours. Back in 2021, Vingegaard stepped up closely pursuing Pogacar through the Pyrenees till the end of the race maintaining his second position. The same sage followed the two even in the next Championships.
In the mountain stage of last year’s race, Vingegaard outran Pogacar by 47 seconds, costing him till the very end. After the recent race, Vinegaard told NBC Sports, “It’s the best time trial I’ve ever done,” sharing his assumption of Pogacar taking the lead from him. The riders had their fans on the edge with this year’s race unquestionably maintaining strong positions and periods of advantage.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
American cyclists line-up for the 2023 Tour de France
A squad of six American pro cyclists spread at the Tour de France with the sole aim of winning the stage title. Just 1:42 min behind the lead is Neilson Powless also the “King of the Mountain” jersey holder. Next up, Matteo Jorgenson won a stage recently with many triumphs in the current season. In the 15th stage, 20-rider crashed at the Tour de France, when a fan tried to capture the American master climber Sepp Kuss. He also broke a 10-year American winless streak last year having shown promise in the ground.
Months after Second Wedding, Lance Armstrong ‘Can’t Wait’ for Special Moment on an Important Day
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Watch this story Years After Replacing Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles Reveals Exciting Plans for Paris Olympics
Written by:
Edited by:
Purva Jain