eBuddy again outscores us though, so it's probably time to wave them goodbye. Maybe Pendleton's is within reach again to make up for that. 8th seems possible?
CongratzzZZZzzZZzzzZzz to Moser of course, and thanks Aquarius!
It was good to see Albert in this race. Probably his first attack all season which could've brought him a podium. Nevertheless not the worst result ever, pretty decent considering the field. I've always hated this area of the Netherlands for personal reasons I won't state online, but the race deserves none of that.
Congrats Moser, and thanks Aquarius for the report!
On one hand, 7th + 8th gives us really secure points and big gains on some close rival teams who couldn't crack the Top10/15. That pick up should get us over the line of safety with a few race days in hand and just let us enjoy the end of the season.
On the other, feels like we should have gotten a bit more from the race. Burghardt benefiting from harder competition and being given more freedom in the AI to attack and try something, then inexplicably just not bothering at the key moment. Minor complaint in an otherwrise really great race.
Thomas contributed, saving energy to get something in the finish. And Caleb had a good strong day out front and helping later on as well, not bad in an XP race for him. Very happy overall, especially as this wasn't our main cobbles unit.
Apologies for not commenting pre-race, as I've been away for Easter. Happy Easter, everyone!
For the race, I must admit that was disappointing seeing the numbers we had in the front group. Though, up to this late point this season, Trentin and Kristoff have solved the leadership roles fairly well, but this one together with ToNE provides headache before transfers.
Obviously I had hoped for more, but still, two riders top 10, eventhough it's at the lower end, and then another five riders in the top 50, makes our depth visible, which is a thing I hope to build on for next season.
Congratulations, Roman! There seems to be no stopping Moser this year, but can you please give us a breather now? It's domination everywhere!
And also, thank you! Have to say at one point I really thought this is going to be another fail for my team, but PCM AI is thankfully so amazing that from all this chaos it created another win for Bewley. And a really important one, but still have that feeling Festina boys are going to steal this one from us again.
but ofc anything can happen in a close PT field. So yeah. Could have been worse as well.
