Cyclists start from Uster and then have to cycle four laps around Zurich – a total distance of 154 km. The route is difficult, with almost no flat sections, a height of 2,384 meters, and dangerous – with many turns. It was rainy and cold.
Theoretically, these conditions could be said to be ideal for Niewiadoma, who likes racing in the mountains, but not necessarily on cold and slippery roads. In addition, the best players of the season take part in the championship.
At what point did Katarzyna Niewiadoma lose her chance at a medal?
The Polish cyclist did what he could. When the Netherlands and Belgium were working on the race, sending other competitors into battle, the team lost support. Niewiadoma tries to stay ahead.
However, he clearly lacks power, he was not as strong as during the spring classics or during his incredible and victorious Tour de France. 47 kilometers before the finish, his opponent turned out to be too fast. Podhalanka started losing seconds, then about a dozen. He returned to the top for a moment, but was knocked out again. It was clear that the medal fight would take place outside of it.
