In this week's SBS Cycling Podcast, host Christophe Mallet teams up with former pro cyclist Grace Brown to explore the action-packed classics season. They kick things off with a deep dive into the Amstel Gold Race, where Grace gives insider commentary on tactics and standout performances.
I think since the Tour de France femmes came on the calendar then riders are defining themselves more.Grace Brown
Grace then unpacks the mental and physical demands of the classics, especially in the Ardennes. She notes how growing competition and the prominence of the Tour de France Femmes are reshaping race strategies, with riders becoming more selective about their calendars to optimise performance.
You can't just be an all rounder and win like, you know, Annemiek van Vleuten and Marianne Vos used to in the past.Grace Brown
Looking ahead, Christophe and Grace preview Fleche Wallonne and Liege-Bastogne-Liege, sharing predictions and fond racing memories.
