My problem with pretty much all the other cycling podcasts (excluding Johann Bruyneel mostly- not always either) is, that they clearly display an utter lack of understanding how pro racing works. They have no insights on how wins came about. All they really ever say is who won, who attacked (if at all) and then they move on to what Lionel had for lunch (in TCP's case) or some other issue. No one is particularly smarter for listening to them afterwards.
The Lance Armstrong podcasts are better when he isn't there, as he doesn't really watch the races and is really only looking to sell advertising.
There is plenty to get into in cycling races beyond Pogacar deciding it was time to go. Take San remo this year for example, MvdP was utterly masterful during the entire lead up to the Poggio in terms of positioning. Was always where he needed to be even on the tre capi and on the Cipressa he was between Wellens and Narvaez/Pogacar effectively blunting their attack and giving him considerably more recovery prior to Pogacar's attack. There is a strong chance that that made a significant difference to the outcome of the race.
He also let Ganna close Pogacar on his first attack and only jumped to Pogacar's wheel when Ganna started to fade. He did the same with WVA on his previous win.
I'd love for the podcasts to bring such things up, but they rarely ever do. Lanterne Rouge podcast (and YouTube videos) at least try.
that's entirely understandable!
