What Happened to Roglic Paris-Nice?

By Robert Palmer

In the recently concluded Paris-Nice cycling race, Primoz Roglic, the former world number one and the reigning Vuelta a Espana champion, suffered a major setback. The Slovenian cyclist was expected to dominate the race but ended up finishing at a disappointing 7th place.

The Race
Paris-Nice is an eight-day stage race that takes place in France every year. It is one of the most prestigious races on the cycling calendar and attracts some of the best riders in the world. The 2021 edition of the race saw some of the top cyclists battling it out for glory.

Roglic’s Setback
Roglic started off well in Paris-Nice, winning the opening prologue time trial and taking an early lead in the general classification. However, things took a turn for the worse for him on stage four.

During stage four, Roglic’s bike broke down and he was forced to change it mid-race. This cost him precious time and put him at a disadvantage compared to his rivals. To make matters worse, he crashed later on in the stage and lost even more time.

Despite his setbacks, Roglic tried his best to make up for lost ground in subsequent stages but was unable to catch up with his rivals. He eventually finished 7th overall in the general classification.

What Went Wrong?
Roglic’s performance in Paris-Nice has left many cycling fans wondering what went wrong for him. Some have speculated that his injuries from crashing during stage four may have played a part in his poor showing. Others have pointed out that he may have been fatigued from competing in multiple races leading up to Paris-Nice.

Regardless of what caused Roglic’s setback, there is no doubt that it was a disappointing result for him and his team.

Conclusion
In conclusion, Primoz Roglic’s disappointing showing in Paris-Nice was a shock to many cycling fans. Despite starting off well and winning the prologue time trial, his bike breakdown and subsequent crashes cost him precious time and put him at a disadvantage compared to his rivals. While it is unclear what caused his setbacks, it is clear that he will need to regroup and refocus if he hopes to bounce back in future races.