Tadej Pogačar to travel to Montreal to support Slovenia in the Road World Championships

Tadej Pogacar, the outstanding Slovenian cyclist, will travel to Montreal to support his team at the Road World Championship after suffering serious injuries in La Vuelta. Despite being unable to compete due to a concussion, fractures, and surgeries, Pogacar will offer his support as a fan. His presence, confirmed by coach Uroš Murn, aims to strengthen the Slovenian team in the road races.

Support for the team and family reasons

The UAE Emirates leader expressed his intention to be in Canada during the road race week to accompany his fiancée, Urška Žigart, who will be participating in the elite women's competition. Even though he cannot cycle, Pogacar will be there to cheer on and back his teammates.

A shift in roles and leadership

Pogacar's absence from the Montreal Cycling World Championship changes the landscape for Slovenia, freeing up their riders from the pressure of controlling the race and allowing them to adopt a more aggressive approach. In this new scenario, Primoz Roglic, second in La Vuelta a España, will take the lead of the Slovenian team, relying on the chances of victory and the excellent form shown by the team.

Expectations and favorites

Coach Uroš Murn trusts in the possibilities of Roglic and other cyclists like Evenepoel and Van Aert, considering them contenders for victory in the World Championship. The presence of two leaders in the Belgian team generates excitement, while Pogacar's absence opens up opportunities for other prominent riders coming from La Vuelta.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Tadej Pogacar viajará a Montreal para apoyar a Eslovenia en el Mundial de Ruta