There are two races happening: The General Classification (Yellow Jersey) and the Stage Wins. For GC, only 3-4 riders (Vingegaard, Pogacar, etc.) are realistic winners. The value is in 'Head-to-Head' matchups (Rider A vs Rider B) over the 3 weeks. For Stage Betting: Flat stages are for Sprinters (Green Jersey contenders); Mountain stages are for Breakaway specialists or GC contenders. Know the profile: If a stage ends downhill, a daring descender has the edge. If it's a Summit Finish, it's pure power-to-weight ratio.
Cycling is a team sport disguised as an individual one, so support riders, positioning and control of the front often decide who is still there at the end. Route profile, gradient, road surface and crosswinds separate sprinters, climbers and time trial specialists. Fatigue accumulates across stages, and crashes or mechanical trouble can end a strong ride instantly. Interest usually sits on stage winners, overall classification and rider matchups.
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