Primož RogliÄ chose not to race any one-day Classics leading up to the Giro d'Italia, sparking debate over his readiness. Despite concerns, his dominant performance at the Volta a Catalunya indicated he was in prime form, defeating younger competitors like Juan Ayuso. The risk of not racing could have shown vulnerabilities during the Giro's challenging start, but when he excelled in the individual time trial, it not only reestablished his confidence but reaffirmed his status as a frontrunner for the overall competition and bolstered his team's morale.
RogliÄ's decision to skip one-day Classics raised eyebrows, yet his victory at Volta a Catalunya proved his strong form, negating age or pressure concerns.
The competitive landscape shifted with RogliÄ's performance, showcasing that absence from racing can be mitigated by vast experience and preparation for Giro d'Italia.
Winning the time trial on day two signaled RogliÄ's return to form, reasserting his status as a contender and reassuring his team ahead of the Giro.
While young rivals like Ayuso gain accolades, RogliÄ demonstrated that maturity in cycling often yields exceptional performances despite possible doubts over readiness.
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