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In the latest edition, Denk reports on the eleventh stage of the 2025 Tour de France. "Florian Lipowitz did a great job again today, and Primoz Roglic was well-positioned on the final climb. The team handled it excellently," said the 51-year-old. Instead of a relaxed roll towards the Pyrenees, it was another very eventful stage. "The Tour de France is becoming increasingly aggressive. The stages are noticeably shorter compared to the past. That increases the speed and intensity. It's not always enjoyable for the riders, but they have to endure it," Denk analyzes.
That the peloton waited after Tadej Pogacar’s...

In the latest episode, Denk talks about Stage 10 of the 2025 Tour de France. “The performance of Florian and Primoz was very encouraging. We managed to keep the gap to the podium in check and can head into the rest day feeling optimistic,” says the 51-year-old.
The team manager also puts the emerging criticism of designated climbing domestique Aleksander Vlasov into perspective. “You shouldn’t read too much into today’s eight-minute loss. He rode well for a long time. He wants it, but you can’t force the body,” Denk analyzes.
The background topic offers a look back at the first...

In the latest episode, Denk talks about the ninth stage of the 2025 Tour de France. “The team did a good job today. When the wind picked up, our leaders Primoz Roglic and Florian Lipowitz were perfectly protected,” says the 51-year-old.

Looking ahead to the summit finish on Monday, Denk puts his GC leaders on the same level. “Both will get our full support. They’re only a few seconds apart and therefore on equal footing. After that, it’s up to their legs to decide,” Denk analyzes.

The background topic focuses on the rumors about a possible transfer of double Olympic...

In the latest episode, Denk talks about the eighth stage of the 2025 Tour de France. “Our sprinter Jordi Meeus is struggling with the massive consequences of his crash. With that kind of pain and such a torn-up shoulder, he can’t win races, but we’re hoping for his ability to recover,” says the 51-year-old.

He is critical of the rather uneventful weekend ahead at the Tour. “I don’t quite understand the organizers’ approach either. But as teams, we’re not consulted when the routes are planned,” Denk analyzes.

The background topic focuses on various listener questions that came in during the...

In the latest episode, Denk talks about the seventh stage of the 2025 Tour de France. The team manager was not satisfied with the finale. “We had no helper left at the end. Florian Lipowitz and Primoz Roglic were on their own. That was really unfortunate for us,” Denk sums up.

He specifically called out Alexander Vlasov. “This is actually his kind of terrain. We need to discuss why he couldn’t stay with them,” says the team boss.

In the background topic, the team manager talks about the sacrifices professional cyclists have to make. More altitude training camps, detailed meal...

In the current edition, Denk reports on the sixth, grueling stage of the 2025 Tour de France. "It was war in the field. Many were motivated to make it into the breakaway group. That made it really tough," says the team manager.
In the background segment, the team boss talks about athletes switching to cycling. Florian Lipowitz, a former biathlete, and Primoz Roglic, an ex-ski jumper. Why winter sports athletes are so strong on the bike and how easy the transition really is for them.
On day seven of the Tour de France, the peloton rolls toward a cycling epicenter...

In the current edition, Denk reports on the fifth stage of the 2025 Tour de France and the outstanding sixth place achieved by Florian Lipowitz. “Chapeau to Florian, he rode really strong,” says the 51-year-old, who now sees all chances open again for his team. “With Primoz and Florian, we now have two riders two and a half minutes behind Tadej Pogacar. Everything is still open for a place on the podium.”
The background topic focuses on the special discipline of time trialing. The team manager explains what is tested in advance, what new developments are taking place, and what...

In the latest episode, Denk reports on the fourth stage of the 2025 Tour de France. “Primoz was involved in a crash before the finale and had a minor mechanical issue. He had to tackle the tough climbs with a handicap. That was certainly not ideal,” says the 51-year-old.

“With Florian, you have to remember that this profile doesn’t really suit him. The time loss in the overall standings is still manageable. But it’s also clear that the favorites will have to lay their cards on the table tomorrow. Including our guys,” Denk analyzes.

The background topic looks at a...

In the latest episode, Denk reports on the third stage of the 2025 Tour de France. “It wasn’t a good day for us. Jordi Meeus and Laurence Pithie are visibly battered. The skin abrasions are severe. They’re going for X-rays now, then we’ll have more clarity,” says the 51-year-old.

“That’s reflected in the mood within the team. It’s dead silent. Everyone hopes Jordi and Laurence can continue tomorrow. They both finished the stage, but the final decision will only come tomorrow,” Denk analyzes.

The background topic deals with structural problems that cycling has compared to other sports. The focus is...

In the current edition, Denk reports on the second stage of the 2025 Tour de France.
"Yesterday we weren’t satisfied, and we addressed that afterward. Today the team presented itself much better," says the 51-year-old.
He is clearly impressed by the performance of German Tour hopeful Lipowitz.
"Florian has nothing to lose and could even have won with a better race situation. I'm proud of what he did today," Denk analyzes.
The background topic focuses on new rules and measures aimed at improving rider safety. At the center of the debate is the introduction of yellow cards.
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