Cycling
Live Cycling World Championships: France pushes for Paul Seixas, Mathieu van der Poel stays hidden in peloton
The men's road race at the UCI Road World Championships concluded in Montréal, with France intensifying efforts to support their leader Paul Seixas. Mathieu van der Poel remained concealed within the peloton, surrounded by teammates, as early breakaways lost time against the French-controlled pace. The leading group initially held a significant margin but eventually saw members drop out on steep climbs, including Canadian Boivin. Van der Poel aimed for a second world title after his 2023 victory, while fans showed high confidence in his performance through online voting.
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