Next generation stars aim for rainbow jersey in cycling championship

The Road Cycling World Championship takes place in Montreal this Sunday, with riders competing for the prestigious rainbow jersey. With two-time defending champion Tadej Pogacar sidelined due to injury, established names like Remco Evenepoel and Tom Pidcock are joined by rising talents Isaac del Toro and Paul Seixas. The men’s race features 12 laps over 273km on a familiar circuit, while the women will contest 180km over eight laps. The absence of Pogacar has created a competitive field as cyclists vie for a rare opportunity to claim their first world title, making both races unpredictable.

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