Tom Pidcock Reshuffles Race Programme

Tom Pidcock is reshuffling his race programme after a mild viral infection disrupted his preparations.

What happened?

The Briton missed several days of training at Q36.5 Pro Cycling's altitude training camp in Spain.

His team has revised his June schedule to allow for additional recovery and training before the Tour de France.

The change means Pidcock will miss Q36.5's "home" race, the Tour de Suisse, which starts on Tuesday.

Why it matters for Tom Pidcock

Pidcock's recovery is crucial for his Tour de France preparations, and his team is taking a cautious approach.

The Andorra MoraBanc Clàssica on June 21 will be his first competition since the illness, provided he has fully recovered.

This one-day race will be a tough test for Pidcock, with big names like Tadej Pogačar, Mathieu van der Poel, and Primož Roglič participating.

What comes next?

Pidcock has returned to his home base in Andorra, where he will continue training on familiar roads.

His team will monitor his progress closely before the Tour de France, ensuring he is fully fit for the competition.

The Tour de Suisse will go ahead without Pidcock, with other top riders competing in the five-day stage race.

Pidcock's focus is now on recovering and preparing for the Tour de France, where he will face stiff competition from other top cyclists.