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Jonas Vingegaard will contest the Giro d'Italia in 2026 as part of Visma-Lease a Bike’s plan to pursue a Giro-Tour double, with team officials arguing that racing the Giro will boost his form for the Tour de France.
Jonas Vingegaard and Visma-Lease a Bike made a bold move in the Tour de France opener by aggressively attacking in crosswinds, with Vingegaard leading the charge to gain time on rivals in the final stages of the race.
Matteo Jorgenson of Visma-Lease a Bike expresses pride in the team's effort at the Tour of Flanders, despite being outpaced by Mathieu van der Poel who claimed his third victory. Jorgenson, who won Dwars door Vlaanderen and Paris-Nice this season, describes the race as the hardest he's ever done. His teammate Tiesj Benoot fought back into contention for a podium spot but a late mechanical issue ruined his chances. Jorgenson is set to race Paris-Roubaix next week, while Benoot will skip the event.
Tiesj Benoot feels responsible for a crash that ended Wout van Aert's spring Classics campaign, resulting in a broken collarbone and several broken ribs for Van Aert. Visma-Lease a Bike's DS expressed disappointment as the team's big objectives for the season are now in jeopardy, but they remain determined to start the upcoming races with seven strong riders.
Matteo Jorgenson of Visma-Lease a Bike won the Dwars door Vlaanderen after attacking the late breakaway, securing a bright spot on a dark day for the team following Wout van Aert's crash. Jonas Abrahamsen took second place for Uno-X Mobility, while Stefan Küng finished third. Jorgenson's victory marked the first American winner of Dwars door Vlaanderen, and he expressed concern for his teammate's well-being after learning about Van Aert's hospitalization. The race saw a dramatic day with a crash involving Van Aert, Biniam Girmay, and Jasper Stuyven, and Lidl-Trek's efforts to dominate the race ultimately resulted in a seventh-place finish.
Visma-Lease a Bike's day at E3 Saxo Classic was marred by misfortune, including crashes and mechanical issues, ultimately leading to a fifth-place finish for Matteo Jorgenson. Despite their setbacks, the team believes they could have outmaneuvered Mathieu van der Poel if not for the bad luck, and questions remain about Wout van Aert's potential to match the world champion's strength if he hadn't crashed.
Jonas Vingegaard and his team dominated the Tirreno-Adriatico peloton, with Vingegaard surging ahead on the Monte Petrano mountain finish to set up an overall victory. He expressed admiration for Alberto Contador's aggressive racing style and emphasized the importance of seizing opportunities. Vingegaard's success in the spring serves as part of his broader season plan, with his sights set on the Tour de France. He aims to continue improving and will next compete in the Itzulia Basque Country, looking forward to challenging top riders like Primož Roglič and Remco Evenepoel.
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has banned the use of Specialized's head sock, impacting teams like Bora-Hansgrohe and Soudal Quick-Step, while also firing a warning to Visma-Lease a Bike's new time trial helmet. The UCI is conducting an in-depth analysis of its regulations on time trial helmet design and use, with a focus on safety and aerodynamics. The fate of Visma-Lease a Bike's new helmet, as well as other radical designs from Giro and Rudy Project, is under scrutiny, prompting the UCI to review its rules to ensure a clear framework consistent with safety objectives.