Alberto Contador Warns Against Giro-Tour Double

Alberto Contador warns Jonas Vingegaard against attempting the Giro-Tour double, citing his own experiences.

What happened?

Vingegaard plans to ride the Giro d'Italia before the Tour de France, a decision Contador thinks is a mistake. Contador tells TNT that training camps are crucial in modern cycling, and the Giro's unpredictability makes it hard to plan.

Why it matters for Alberto Contador

Contador has won both the Giro and Tour de France, but never in the same season, and thinks Vingegaard's plan is risky. Only eight riders have achieved the Giro-Tour double, with Tadej Pogacar being the most recent in 2024.

What comes next?

The Giro d'Italia starts today, with Vingegaard as the favorite to win, and Contador will be watching with interest. Vingegaard's team, Visma, is optimistic about his chances, but Contador remains skeptical. As a former winner of both races, Contador's opinion carries weight, and his warning may prove prophetic. The Tour de France is just around the corner, and Vingegaard's performance in the Giro will be closely watched. Contador's own record in the Giro and Tour de France is impressive, with two wins in each race. But even he struggled to combine the two in the same season, and his warning to Vingegaard is based on experience. The cycling world will be watching Vingegaard's progress with interest, and Contador's comments will add to the debate.