“To see a yellow jersey riding alone is totally unacceptable” – Lance Armstrong blasts SD Worx
In the latest episode of Lance Armstrong’s podcast, *The Move*, the former professional cyclist delved into the dramatic final stage of the Women’s Tour de France, focusing on the controversial incident involving race leader Demi Vollering.
Armstrong dissected the fallout from Vollering’s crash and the subsequent response by her teammates and rivals.
Demi Vollering, the Dutch rider and defending champion, suffered a fall with less than 10 kilometers remaining in the race. This crash, occurring in a
Armstrong highlighted the contentious nature of the situation. Vas, who is also a member of Team SD Worx – Protime, ultimately won the stage, while Wiebes focused on her own sprinting opportunities within the peloton.
Armstrong was notably critical of the team’s actions, noting that Vollering, the race leader wearing the yellow jersey, was left to fend for herself after the crash.
In his analysis, Armstrong expressed his disapproval, though he stopped short of labeling the behavior as entirely unacceptable. He remarked, “When you have the team leader wearing the yellow jersey and she’s on the ground, you don’t let anyone ride at the front. It was a bipolar day for SD Worx.”
Armstrong’s commentary reflected on the complexity of the situation: despite Vollering losing over a minute and surrendering the race lead, her teammate Vas managed to seize the stage victory.
This duality in outcomes led Armstrong to question the ethics and strategic decisions of the team. He emphasized the expectation that teammates should prioritize the well-being and recovery of their leader, even in the heat of competition.
The incident has sparked considerable debate within cycling circles about team dynamics, sportsmanship, and race strategy.
Armstrong’s take provides a critical perspective on the responsibilities of teammates and the broader implications of such actions in the competitive landscape of professional cycling.
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