Thomas embraces underdog status at Giro d’Italia amid Pogacar spotligh

MILAN: As the cycling world eagerly anticipates the start of the Giro d’Italia, all eyes are on Slovenian sensation Tadej Pogacar. With an impressive streak of victories leading up to his Giro debut, Pogacar is undeniably the favorite for this year’s competition. However, amidst the spotlight shining brightly on Pogacar, one rider is quietly relishing his underdog status – Geraint Thomas of the Ineos Grenadiers.

Thomas, a two-time Tour de France champion and last year’s Giro runner-up, acknowledges the formidable challenge posed by Pogacar. In a recent statement to reporters, Thomas expressed his appreciation for the reduced pressure that comes with being overshadowed by the Slovenian prodigy.

“It’s the Giro, a lot can go good, a lot can go bad,” Thomas remarked, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the race. “If anything, it takes the pressure off because everyone expects him to win, they don’t expect us to do anything. We’re relishing the challenge.”

With the first stage of the Giro looming ahead, Thomas and his team are gearing up to defy expectations and make their mark on the race. While Pogacar may be the one capturing headlines, Thomas remains focused and determined to seize any opportunity that arises on the challenging roads of Italy.